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  • SaltSong@startrek.websitetoComic Strips@lemmy.worldViolence
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    14 timmar sedan

    Nothing got hijacked, “civilization” structured around the threat of violence was exploitative from the start.

    It’s not a threat of violence, it’s a preferable alternative to violence, for both sides. Revolts aren’t great for those in power, but they are catastrophic for a significant number of those not in power.



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    22 timmar sedan

    The government gives the working class a way to have their grievances heard and addressed in a way other than starting a rebellion.

    Yes, it serves to keep the powerful in power, but that’s irrelevant to my point. It also serves to make sure the little people get taken care of well enough that we don’t kill the ones in power.

    For a more specific example, see unions. The alternative to unions is plant managers getting killed.










  • SaltSong@startrek.websitetoAsk Lemmy@lemmy.world*Permanently Deleted*
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    If pancakes aren’t saiting you, then you need to eat more of them.

    But seriously, it’s just a case of what you’re used to.

    In my experience, bacon and pancakes take a fair bit of time to make, but not a great deal of effort or attention. They are perfect for a lazy Saturday morning, and I can talk and socialize with the cook while they are being prepared, or as the cook while I prepare them. Compare to dinner which is either a whole production that keeps me in the kitchen and requires my attention, or tossing something frozen in the oven for an hour.