I totally understand the need to opt out of something as extreme as the 996 culture in China. But what’s happening in the US among younger generations is different. It feels a lot more like entitlement to me, enabled by generous COVID stimulus, eviction bans, and other policies. But if this ‘revolt’ isn’t just a fad but something with staying power, then I think the long-term implication for the American economy is grim. Ultimately, it takes hard work to remain competitive. And there is a world full of countries with hungry, driven individuals who are ready to put in the effort if given a chance. When that economic pressure comes for US workers, I’m not sure they’ll be ready to cope.
How big should the world economy be before we can feed, clothe and house everyone?<p>The logic behind the successful earning more has the flipside that the unsuccessful deserve to earn less. As a society we've decided that all people should have access to asset-based wealth. In a sane world this wouldn't be an issue. In this one, it's led to price fixing, government corruption and inescapable poverty. Housing is not a free market. And yet we treat it is as such.<p>Until governments shift taxation from income to wealth this increasingly unfair world will continue to punish those who cannot keep up.
Can somebody please explain to me how these people continue to live? I’m sure many people want to quit their jobs and just walk out. But how would one pay rent, food and expenses? I’m not too familiar with welfare, but even for that don’t you need to be looking for a job?