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pat_k

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15. Might be nice if a consequence of reaching the threshold would be having...

Reply to EarthFirst (Reply #14)

Tue Nov 18, 2025, 07:50 PM

8 hrs ago

... "I won capitalism" branded on their forehead. I'd imagine that would prompt some to work real hard not to reach that threshold. (Although I suppose folks with the mentality and maturity of someone like Elon Musk would wear such a brand with pride.)

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