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aletier_v

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1. work is finite because consumption is finite

Reply to Zalatix (Original post)

Tue Oct 9, 2012, 11:01 PM

Oct 2012

Bounded by our time on earth.

The only real equitable answer is a 32-hour workweek.

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Just like I warned: we're running out of jobs to export to the poor nations. [View all] Zalatix Oct 2012 OP

work is finite because consumption is finite aletier_v Oct 2012 #1

It's going to take more than that. Zalatix Oct 2012 #2

This is the heart of the matter BeyondGeography Oct 2012 #3

"Modern factories are highly advanced, requiring fewer workers and more skills." pampango Oct 2012 #4

We get it, Pampango. You don't think American workers are people. They're non-persons to you. Zalatix Oct 2012 #5