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What do you believe that most people of your political creed don't? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 2 days ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Just wanted to prove that political diversity ain't dead. Remember, don't downvote for disagreements.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Huh. Mid 20th century? But that’s when America transitioned to relatively high and progressive income taxes instead of relying on tariffs. It’s also when massive state spending on education lead to a large chunk of Americans being able to care about something other than themselves, a precursor to progressivism in America and the civil rights movement.

If anything, I think Americans appear to want to go back to the Gilded Age, known for its massive inequality, corruption, and excessive-wealth-flaunting.

[–] straightjorkin 2 points 1 day ago

He recently said something about the 20s and 30s. That's when he considered America great, apparently.