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submitted 10 months ago by Grayox@lemmy.ml to c/memes@lemmy.ml

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[-] Kusimulkku@lemm.ee -5 points 10 months ago

It's not really stolen if I've agreed to share it for a price

[-] NAXLAB@lemmy.world 11 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago)

The main argument is that we are in a system of people who are way more powerful than us, and have largely taken away our options until we agree. We're facing widespread protests and international strikes right now because we don't like the options they've given us, and we're trying to change the system.

Just because somebody takes away your options until you agree, doesn't mean they aren't forcing you. Just because you happen to be satisfied with what you have, doesn't mean that something better is not being denied from you, even though it is possible for you to have it.

[-] Kusimulkku@lemm.ee -1 points 10 months ago

Can't say I'm in a situation like that. I do have the option of not working

[-] NAXLAB@lemmy.world 4 points 10 months ago

Then you are extremely lucky, as am I. I have enough money saved up that I took a break.

However, something like 40% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck and just don't have that option. The threat of poverty is constantly chasing them. When you're in that situation, you will take the best option available even if it's garbage or next to garbage.