(The Old Philosopher, D.W., is a friend who occasionally sends me his thoughts in interesting emails. It's time to share. His provocative point of view is simultaneously dark and funny. The Philosopher does not mince words, and I enjoy his take on things. Hope you do too. Thanks, D.W.!)
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Some long for the days when no one owed anyone anything. If you stay healthy and live awhile, your longing may be fulfilled.
The capitalist system is built on borrowing from the future, an ample supply of [first] slave labor and [now] low-cost labor, and a disregard for nature. As capitalism unwinds and collapses like the bridge we don't repair, we shall return to a survivalist experience.
The capitalists and their client states are still planting the seeds of destruction of their own hallowed creation. To perpetuate their system, they moved production to low-wage countries and cut back on benefits and pensions. Their financial experts advise the populace to manage their finances in a manner that is frankly impossible for them to achieve.
The special ones among us who are "self-made" will be able to occupy a world where they must live in a secured, gated community just like the real capitalists do now. Their family will need a bodyguard to ward off carjackers and thieves. They might watch Fox News to find who is responsible for all the dreadful chaos. The capitalists will support their efforts to finger the villains.
Capitalism gave so much to so many, until there was simply not enough for so many/too many. Our planet now holds over 7 billion human beings, all striving for the consumerism and debt that are the lifeblood of the capitalist system. But the system can no longer support such numbers.
The party is not quite over. Enjoy dessert if it is available. Baklava will not be served due to the bee colony collapse.
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