@QMS

We are up for a (peaceful) revolution, though peaceful is not the term I would use in this context.

The term OPOL used is definitely not an oxymoron. Proof below from history!

#1
We are up for a (peaceful) revolution, though peaceful is not the term I would use in this context. It is going to take some shedding of the comfortable shells we have been warped into for any meaningful change. Not grenades and fire bombs. Rebellion is taking the form of stepping outside the comfort zone we have been led to believe our 'way of life' depends upon. Thousands are waking up to the truth beyond the propaganda every day. The government will give us nothing but a choice between jail and coercion. Corporate interests give the choice of less than a living wage or nothing. People are beginning to see the light. The power to make a better future is on our hands. Strength in truth and numbers.
Thanks OPOL

@earthling1

That's a steal.

#2
are the cheapest I've found.
https://www.webstaurantstore.com/lime-high-visibility-safety-vest-25-x-1...
And there is no such thing as a peaceful revolution. TPTB will find a way to make it violent, just to legitimize sending in the goons.
A national general strike would not work either, as TPTB would just sit on their asses as the entire economy collapsed. What the eff do they care.
They have more than enough wealth to fund the military for a decade at least.
We are headed for martial law.
It's a feature, not a bug.

@earthling1

I'm open to color suggestions for that.

#2
are the cheapest I've found.
https://www.webstaurantstore.com/lime-high-visibility-safety-vest-25-x-1...
And there is no such thing as a peaceful revolution. TPTB will find a way to make it violent, just to legitimize sending in the goons.
A national general strike would not work either, as TPTB would just sit on their asses as the entire economy collapsed. What the eff do they care.
They have more than enough wealth to fund the military for a decade at least.
We are headed for martial law.
It's a feature, not a bug.

@Anja Geitz
a lime green vest and make our own tie-dye. Using some yellow, green, and blue. Like we used to in the old days, in a bucket.
And still be in league with the "Yellow Vests".

#3

But Earthling found lime green vests online at only $2.79 each, large quantities available, and that would leave room in our budgets for the crash helmets I think we should also have.

@OPOL I really really hope so. The backlash from both sides of the capitalist party was so swift it created sonic booms. They've been preparing for this.

#7 I actually think we've come a long way in recent years thanks to Bernie (and some others too). It's hard to fight the level of propaganda aimed at socialism, but we now have a number of open socialists in congress. And polls suggest that socialism is plenty popular with younger voters. Your point is well taken, and we clearly have a long way to go - but I think we're getting somewhere. More and more people are for some form of universal healthcare, etc. Socialism is very much in the national conversation and people are starting to consider it (in some form) as a possible solution. I think this trend toward seeing socialism for what it is, as opposed to what it's been painted to be by capitalist propaganda is likely to continue. I hope so anyway.

@OPOL Bill Gates Bashes "Extreme" Proposals Of AOC, Mocks MMT "Crazy Talk"

"Well, that’s crazy... it will come back and bite you."

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#7 I actually think we've come a long way in recent years thanks to Bernie (and some others too). It's hard to fight the level of propaganda aimed at socialism, but we now have a number of open socialists in congress. And polls suggest that socialism is plenty popular with younger voters. Your point is well taken, and we clearly have a long way to go - but I think we're getting somewhere. More and more people are for some form of universal healthcare, etc. Socialism is very much in the national conversation and people are starting to consider it (in some form) as a possible solution. I think this trend toward seeing socialism for what it is, as opposed to what it's been painted to be by capitalist propaganda is likely to continue. I hope so anyway.

@Linda Wood
... VENUZUELA!

#7 #7

in countries more socialist than ours. Although Finland is Nordic and not technically Scandinavian as described here, the list shows some of the qualities of life recognized as successful:

https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/07/these-countries-have-the-highest-...

01 Jul 2016
Matthew Nitch Smith
Finance Writer, Business Insider

The countries with the highest quality of life have been announced by the not-for-profit organisation Social Progress Imperative.

… The "Social Progress Index" collates the scores of three main indexes:

Basic Human Needs, which includes medical care, sanitation, and shelter.
Foundations of Wellbeing, which covers education, access to technology, and life expectancy.
Opportunity, which looks at personal rights, freedom of choice, and general tolerance.

The index then adds the three different factors together, before giving each nation a score out of 100. You can see the 10 countries with the highest quality of life below.

1. Finland — 90.09.

Everyone says Scandinavian nations have the highest standard of living, and now Finland has made it official. It scores highly on almost every index on the report, from basic needs, foundations of wellbeing and personal freedoms. If you move there just make sure to bring warm coat — temperatures can reach minus 50 celsius​ in the winter!

2. Canada — 89.49.

For such a huge nation, Canada only has 35 million citizens, and they are some of the best looked after in the world. Canada's healthcare is what stands it above the rest. Education and opportunity in the country are also impressively strong.

3. Denmark — 89.39.

Denmark has one of the best social mobility and income equality rates in the world, so no surprise it makes it into the top three on this list. "Basic human needs" is where the country scores particularly highly, though its "health and wellness" stats such as life expectancy could be higher.

4. Australia — 89.13.

There is a good reason so many people want to start a new life "down under." Austrailia has fantastic education, job opportunities and a strong sense of personal freedom. Its "tolerance and inclusion" score could be higher though.

5. Switzerland — 88.87.

Switzerland may have some of the most expensive cities in the world to live in, but its citizens get value for money. According to the Social Progress Report, "medical", "nutritional" and "access to basic knowledge" is where the country shines.

6. Sweden — 88.80.

"Water and sanitation" may be taken for granted in developed economies, but it is not enjoyed everywhere. Luckily it is an area Sweden nails, scoring 99.77. The country also picks up high scores in "nutrition" and "personal rights."

7. Norway — 88.70.

Get used to seeing Scandinavian nations in the top ten. Norway is big on "nutrition and basic medical care," and its "access to basic knowledge" is strong too. Many have said the Norway model is one to follow for a non-EU UK.

8. Netherlands — 88.65.

The Netherlands is famously one of the most tolerant countries in the world, so its position in the top ten should be no surprise. It is one of the highest-scoring countries on "personal freedom and choice."

9. United Kingdom — 88.58.

The NHS is big part of the UK's high placing, with "basic medical care" scoring almost 100% on the report. Education scores almost as highly, with free access to quality schools.

T-10. Iceland — 88.45.

Speaking of beautiful countries, Iceland scores very well in social progress, particularly in the "basic human needs" index and GDP per capita. Its football team has proven itself a force to be reckoned with too.

T-10. New Zealand — 88.45.

New Zealand's tourist board calls it "the youngest country in the world," and it is certainly one of the most beautiful. "Opportunity" is where it scores really high, as a low population means jobs are in abundance.