• modifier@lemmy.ca
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    1 year ago

    Because the most well-armed portion of the populace has convinced themselves that the lifestyle of the rich is within their reach and identifies more with them than with their actual peers.

    I know we’re having a laugh, but the time when this sort of action is even plausible is quickly running out.

  • LinkOpensChest.wav@lemmy.one
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    1 year ago

    Because most of us dislike violence, even when it’s necessary and justified.

    Meanwhile, the rich have no problem using violence against us to protect their hoarded wealth or if they can profit from it in the slightest.

  • erranto@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Because everyone is just hoping to someday becoming rich and joining the upper class.