thoughtcrimeboss on Nostr: Claiming all wealthy people are dangerous or the oppressors is an example of the ...

Claiming all wealthy people are dangerous or the oppressors is an example of the "affirming the consequent" fallacy. Just because the entire power structure that oppresses you is wealthy doesn't mean wealth in of itself is bad. Many wealthy people have never harmed anyone and some have been targets of the state themselves (Roger Ver is a good example). Stop demonizing success! Robbing rich people will not solve our problems. The true oppressors, the government, would love for you to direct your anger at wealth instead of them. By promising to steal from the rich and give it to the poor, they gain the support of the masses while they continue to subjugate them. Income inequality would be better addressed by removing regulations that prevent people from easily starting their own businesses, adopting sound money, ending taxes, ending the corporation itself as a protected structure, and ending government meddling in the markets and business entirely. Through regulations, politicians are able to craft legislation in a way that benefits their friends and special interests. With no regulations, everyone would be on a level playing field and inequality would decrease. Not having regulations doesn't mean businesses can do whatever they want! Without the corporate structure to hide behind, business owners would be liable for the actions of their business. If they cause harm to someone, that person would have the right to seek restitution or defend themselves.