Humanity is careening toward a variety of scenarios that spell global catastrophe, for no reason other than we’re holding ourselves hostage to an economic system that puts short-term corporate profits before the safety & well-being of people. This is not just unjust. It’s insane.
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Is there a better standard of living anywhere that surpasses America. We're doing something right. Even our poorest have flat-screen TV's, cellphones and cars.
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Replying to @ladderbrooklyn
There are many countries that have a better standard of living than we do. Switzerland, Germany, Canada, Sweden, Australia, Japan, Denmark and quite a few more...

May 4, 2021 · 4:34 AM UTC

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All of your examples are propped up by US system of trade and defense created after WW2. Their systems are unsustainable at current spending levels.
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