Current Events > American billionaires earned $5,000,000,000,000 during the pandemic (so far)

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Robot2600 01/19/22 6:36:59 PM #1:	Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks. --- I missed the part where that's my problem. <cite>Robot2600 posted [p:961895964] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
No_U_L7 01/19/22 6:38:27 PM #2:	No, why shouldnt I get some of that money just because I make 6 figures? --- http://i.imgur.com/QPgN9 <cite>No_U_L7 posted [p:961895997] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>No, why shouldnt I get some of that money just because I make 6 figures?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Vicious_Dios 01/19/22 6:38:45 PM #3:	Hell... No. --- S / K / Y / N / E <cite>Vicious_Dios posted [p:961896009] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Hell... No. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
fohstick 01/19/22 6:40:54 PM #4:	this is your brain on libs <cite>fohstick posted [p:961896064] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>this is your brain on libs </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
toreysback 01/19/22 6:51:35 PM #5:	billionaires gonna billionize --- There are so many things I can't get used to especially being alone <cite>toreysback posted [p:961896394] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>billionaires gonna billionize </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
ProudlyHated74 01/19/22 6:55:48 PM #6:	Robot2600 posted... Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks. why are you entitled to someone elses money? --- GT: Astral Ocean V <cite>ProudlyHated74 posted [p:961896501] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Robot2600 posted... </cite> <quote>Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks.</quote> why are you entitled to someone elses money? </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Unsugarized_Foo 01/19/22 6:57:47 PM #7:	How do you get that much cash? --- "All I have is my balls and my word, and I don't break them for anyone!"-Tony Montana <cite>Unsugarized_Foo posted [p:961896553] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>How do you get that much cash? </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
David1988 01/19/22 7:00:26 PM #8:	Isnt a lot with inflation high as it is, could probably get 2 cartons of milk tops --- "Let's be honest...I'm everybody's type. I just gotta highlight the parts that appeal to her the most" - No_U_L7 <cite>David1988 posted [p:961896625] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Isnt a lot with inflation high as it is, could probably get 2 cartons of milk tops </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
PowerOats 01/19/22 7:01:45 PM #9:	Billionaires have your stimmies <cite>PowerOats posted [p:961896665] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Billionaires have your stimmies</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
BeyondWalls 01/19/22 7:04:25 PM #10:	I'd probably be more worried if every American billionaire went broke. --- END OF LINE <cite>BeyondWalls posted [p:961896743] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>I'd probably be more worried if every American billionaire went broke. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Nukazie 01/19/22 7:05:32 PM #11:	good --- Life is just a journey from the maternity ward to the crematorium. https://imgur.com/a/LEjr0RZ waifu courtesy of bnui_ransder <cite>Nukazie posted [p:961896764] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>good </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Scintillant 01/19/22 7:06:54 PM #12:	Robot2600 posted... Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks. are there even that many people over 18 in america --- whats cat up to <cite>Scintillant posted [p:961896796] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Robot2600 posted... </cite> <quote>Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks.</quote>are there even that many people over 18 in america </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
sondast 01/19/22 7:07:45 PM #13:	Consumers pay more Billionaires get more money. when will people learn that we dont need billionaires? --- Take a lesson from parakeets. If you're ever feeling lonely, just eat in front of a mirror. <cite>sondast posted [p:961896817] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Consumers pay more Billionaires get more money. when will people learn that we dont need billionaires? </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Robot2600 01/19/22 7:15:02 PM #14:	To be clear, we aren't taking ALL of the billionaires' money, just the money they earned since the pandemic started, minus any expenses they have had. Only looking at their net increase in wealth. ProudlyHated74 posted... why are you entitled to someone elses money? why are they entitled to have more money than 1000 Pharaohs? they would still have that much money. Think of it as a rebalancing patch. --- I missed the part where that's my problem. <cite>Robot2600 posted [p:961897019] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>To be clear, we aren't taking ALL of the billionaires' money, just the money they earned since the pandemic started, minus any expenses they have had. Only looking at their net increase in wealth. ProudlyHated74 posted... </cite> <quote>why are you entitled to someone elses money?</quote> why are they entitled to have more money than 1000 Pharaohs? they would still have that much money. Think of it as a rebalancing patch. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Evening_Dragon 01/19/22 7:17:26 PM #15:	ProudlyHated74 posted... why are you entitled to someone elses money? Because Jesus said so. --- https://www.joincampaignzero.org/ Guide, it's Guide, it's that Guide <cite>Evening_Dragon posted [p:961897081] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>ProudlyHated74 posted... </cite> <quote>why are you entitled to someone elses money?</quote>Because Jesus said so. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Robot2600 01/19/22 7:22:37 PM #16:	Scintillant posted... are there even that many people over 18 in america There are 209,000,000 adults in America. No_U_L7 posted... No, why shouldnt I get some of that money just because I make 6 figures? You'd get money at 6 figures. At 7 figures you would not get money. Essentially everyone can get the check, actually. The richest 9,000,000 Americans do NOT get the check. EDIT: Kinda feels bad leaving anyone out TBH. EVERYONE gets a check, even the people we confiscate the money from. --- I missed the part where that's my problem. <cite>Robot2600 posted [p:961897240] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Scintillant posted... </cite> <quote>are there even that many people over 18 in america</quote> There are 209,000,000 adults in America. No_U_L7 posted... </cite> <quote>No, why shouldnt I get some of that money just because I make 6 figures?</quote> You'd get money at 6 figures. At 7 figures you would not get money. Essentially everyone can get the check, actually. The richest 9,000,000 Americans do NOT get the check. EDIT: Kinda feels bad leaving anyone out TBH. EVERYONE gets a check, even the people we confiscate the money from. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
No_U_L7 01/19/22 7:23:45 PM #17:	Robot2600 posted... There are 209,000 adults in America. You'd get money at 6 figures. At 7 figures you would not get money. Essentially everyone can get the check, actually. The richest 9,000 Americans do NOT get the check. Oh ok then, sure. As long as I get $ --- http://i.imgur.com/QPgN9 <cite>No_U_L7 posted [p:961897276] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Robot2600 posted...</cite> <quote> There are 209,000 adults in America. You'd get money at 6 figures. At 7 figures you would not get money. Essentially everyone can get the check, actually. The richest 9,000 Americans do NOT get the check. </quote> Oh ok then, sure. As long as I get $</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Robot2600 01/19/22 7:25:01 PM #18:	No_U_L7 posted... Oh ok then, sure. As long as I get $ see, exactly. --- I missed the part where that's my problem. <cite>Robot2600 posted [p:961897316] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>No_U_L7 posted... </cite> <quote>Oh ok then, sure. As long as I get $</quote> see, exactly. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Back_Stabbath 01/19/22 7:25:31 PM #19:	https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/a/user_image/6/6/5/AAVhf4AAC005.jpg --- https://i.imgur.com/Iv5fRLt.gif <cite>Back_Stabbath posted [p:961897327] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/a/user_image/6/6/5/AAVhf4AAC005.jpg </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Robot2600 01/19/22 7:27:12 PM #20:	Back_Stabbath posted... https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/a/user_image/6/6/5/AAVhf4AAC005.jpg only like 3 or 4 more votes and we pass this legislation. --- I missed the part where that's my problem. <cite>Robot2600 posted [p:961897384] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Back_Stabbath posted... </cite> <quote>https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/a/user_image/6/6/5/AAVhf4AAC005.jpg</quote> only like 3 or 4 more votes and we pass this legislation. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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CharlesBronson 01/19/22 10:59:28 PM #22:	Robot2600 posted... Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks. close your account <cite>CharlesBronson posted [p:961903336] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Robot2600 posted... </cite> <quote>Could we all agree to pass the "No Pandemic Profit Act" in which that money would just be confiscated. The reason: them last 2 years was tough. That money is then redistributed directly to the lowest-earning 200,000,000 Americans over 18, giving them each $25,000 checks.</quote>close your account </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Jx1010 01/19/22 11:11:48 PM #23:	While business were being closed, people were being laid off some people were making alot of money --- Gaming is a weird industry where you can scam the consumers with lies and fake promises, and there will still be fanboys defending it. <cite>Jx1010 posted [p:961903621] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>While business were being closed, people were being laid off some people were making alot of money </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Solid Snake07 01/19/22 11:19:21 PM #24:	It's wild to me how many people can't comprehend the difference between income and equity appreciation. It's really not complicated. --- "People incapable of guilt usually do have a good time" -Detective Rust Cohle <cite>Solid Snake07 posted [p:961903750] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>It's wild to me how many people can't comprehend the difference between income and equity appreciation. It's really not complicated. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
WingsOfGood 01/19/22 11:27:32 PM #25:	Taxes bro Make them pay them <cite>WingsOfGood posted [p:961903910] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Taxes bro Make them pay them </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Unsuprised_Pika 01/19/22 11:32:47 PM #26:	I actually think a "national hardship" tax on wealthy people and large businesses posting notable profits should be a thing during times of war, famine, pandemic etc. <cite>Unsuprised_Pika posted [p:961904005] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>I actually think a "national hardship" tax on wealthy people and large businesses posting notable profits should be a thing during times of war, famine, pandemic etc. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
WingsOfGood 01/19/22 11:35:01 PM #27:	Solid Snake07 posted... It's wild to me how many people can't comprehend the difference between income and equity appreciation. It's really not complicated. It is wild how you been explained the concept of how they have actual income and still shitpost like this. <cite>WingsOfGood posted [p:961904047] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Solid Snake07 posted... </cite> <quote>It's wild to me how many people can't comprehend the difference between income and equity appreciation. It's really not complicated.</quote> It is wild how you been explained the concept of how they have actual income and still shitpost like this. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Cobra1010 01/19/22 11:40:33 PM #28:	Aren't these billionaires like proper dangerous? With so much money, they must have equivalent power. They can probably bribe almost anyone in any system. And they can probably financially destroy anyone who looked at them wrong. --- Rule #17: Don't be a Hero - Unnecessary risks are risks that shouldn't be taken. <cite>Cobra1010 posted [p:961904154] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>Aren't these billionaires like proper dangerous? With so much money, they must have equivalent power. They can probably bribe almost anyone in any system. And they can probably financially destroy anyone who looked at them wrong. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Solid Snake07 01/20/22 12:41:50 AM #29:	WingsOfGood posted... It is wild how you been explained the concept of how they have actual income and still shitpost like this. Sounds like your real gripe is with the banks. None of which changes that you can't tax someone on unrealized asset appreciation. This is simpleton talk --- "People incapable of guilt usually do have a good time" -Detective Rust Cohle <cite>Solid Snake07 posted [p:961905241] in American b... [t:79860848]...</cite> <quote>WingsOfGood posted... </cite> <quote>It is wild how you been explained the concept of how they have actual income and still shitpost like this.</quote> Sounds like your real gripe is with the banks. None of which changes that you can't tax someone on unrealized asset appreciation. This is simpleton talk </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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