#disparity — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #disparity, aggregated by home.social.
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In Mallorca I saw a ship on the horizon with a smaller boat approaching. When I zoomed in & saw the tiny figure on the yacht's dock, it became clear just how obscenely large the yacht was. Little did I realise this is David Geffen's private yacht.
#photography #Spain #Mallorca #travel #disparity
https://leonard.earth/2026/07/20/behemoths-on-the-horizon-ii/
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In Mallorca I saw a ship on the horizon with a smaller boat approaching. When I zoomed in & saw the tiny figure on the yacht's dock, it became clear just how obscenely large the yacht was. Little did I realise this is David Geffen's private yacht.
#photography #Spain #Mallorca #travel #disparity
https://leonard.earth/2026/07/20/behemoths-on-the-horizon-ii/
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In Mallorca I saw a ship on the horizon with a smaller boat approaching. When I zoomed in & saw the tiny figure on the yacht's dock, it became clear just how obscenely large the yacht was. Little did I realise this is David Geffen's private yacht.
#photography #Spain #Mallorca #travel #disparity
https://leonard.earth/2026/07/20/behemoths-on-the-horizon-ii/
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In Mallorca I saw a ship on the horizon with a smaller boat approaching. When I zoomed in & saw the tiny figure on the yacht's dock, it became clear just how obscenely large the yacht was. Little did I realise this is David Geffen's private yacht.
#photography #Spain #Mallorca #travel #disparity
https://leonard.earth/2026/07/20/behemoths-on-the-horizon-ii/
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Behold, the #AntiForbes list! 🤑 Because clearly, the only thing that truly #matters is the massive piles of cash you built for strangers – who would ever care about ownership? 🙄 Let's celebrate the benevolent overlords like #Bezos, who graciously allowed us peasants to ride his coattails while keeping a "modest" slice of the pie. 🍰
https://anti-forbes-list.vercel.app #List #Wealth #Inequality #Critique #Ownership #Economic #Disparity #HackerNews #ngated -
Behold, the #AntiForbes list! 🤑 Because clearly, the only thing that truly #matters is the massive piles of cash you built for strangers – who would ever care about ownership? 🙄 Let's celebrate the benevolent overlords like #Bezos, who graciously allowed us peasants to ride his coattails while keeping a "modest" slice of the pie. 🍰
https://anti-forbes-list.vercel.app #List #Wealth #Inequality #Critique #Ownership #Economic #Disparity #HackerNews #ngated -
Behold, the #AntiForbes list! 🤑 Because clearly, the only thing that truly #matters is the massive piles of cash you built for strangers – who would ever care about ownership? 🙄 Let's celebrate the benevolent overlords like #Bezos, who graciously allowed us peasants to ride his coattails while keeping a "modest" slice of the pie. 🍰
https://anti-forbes-list.vercel.app #List #Wealth #Inequality #Critique #Ownership #Economic #Disparity #HackerNews #ngated -
Behold, the #AntiForbes list! 🤑 Because clearly, the only thing that truly #matters is the massive piles of cash you built for strangers – who would ever care about ownership? 🙄 Let's celebrate the benevolent overlords like #Bezos, who graciously allowed us peasants to ride his coattails while keeping a "modest" slice of the pie. 🍰
https://anti-forbes-list.vercel.app #List #Wealth #Inequality #Critique #Ownership #Economic #Disparity #HackerNews #ngated -
Behold, the #AntiForbes list! 🤑 Because clearly, the only thing that truly #matters is the massive piles of cash you built for strangers – who would ever care about ownership? 🙄 Let's celebrate the benevolent overlords like #Bezos, who graciously allowed us peasants to ride his coattails while keeping a "modest" slice of the pie. 🍰
https://anti-forbes-list.vercel.app #List #Wealth #Inequality #Critique #Ownership #Economic #Disparity #HackerNews #ngated -
"Under current policies, high-income countries are projected to see a 48% decline in road transport-attributable premature deaths by 2050, while...lower-middle-income countries face increases of more than 200%."😳
BUT - "An accelerated transition to electrification could substantially narrow this disparity."
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#health #PublicHealth #emissions #disparity #IncomeDisparity #VehicleEmissions #environment #pollution #EVs #electrification
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https://theicct.org/publication/health-benefits-of-zero-emission-transport-through-2050/ -
"Under current policies, high-income countries are projected to see a 48% decline in road transport-attributable premature deaths by 2050, while...lower-middle-income countries face increases of more than 200%."😳
BUT - "An accelerated transition to electrification could substantially narrow this disparity."
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#health #PublicHealth #emissions #disparity #IncomeDisparity #VehicleEmissions #environment #pollution #EVs #electrification
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https://theicct.org/publication/health-benefits-of-zero-emission-transport-through-2050/ -
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There is also considerable #disparity —both in current & projected health burden of road transport-related pollution — which affects lower-income more than higher-income countries.
"The health burden of road transport pollution is distributed unequally, with low-income countries bearing a disproportionate and growing share..."
#health #PublicHealth #IncomeDisparity #emissions #VehicleEmissions #environment #pollution #EVs #electrification
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There is also considerable #disparity —both in current & projected health burden of road transport-related pollution — which affects lower-income more than higher-income countries.
"The health burden of road transport pollution is distributed unequally, with low-income countries bearing a disproportionate and growing share..."
#health #PublicHealth #IncomeDisparity #emissions #VehicleEmissions #environment #pollution #EVs #electrification
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Greece Is Richer. So Why Do So Many Greeks Still Feel Poor?
#HackerNews #Greece #Richer #Economic #Disparity #Social #Issues #Wealth #Gap
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Greece Is Richer. So Why Do So Many Greeks Still Feel Poor?
#HackerNews #Greece #Richer #Economic #Disparity #Social #Issues #Wealth #Gap
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Greece Is Richer. So Why Do So Many Greeks Still Feel Poor?
#HackerNews #Greece #Richer #Economic #Disparity #Social #Issues #Wealth #Gap
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Greece Is Richer. So Why Do So Many Greeks Still Feel Poor?
#HackerNews #Greece #Richer #Economic #Disparity #Social #Issues #Wealth #Gap
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Greece Is Richer. So Why Do So Many Greeks Still Feel Poor?
#HackerNews #Greece #Richer #Economic #Disparity #Social #Issues #Wealth #Gap
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The union Verdi has called for thousands of workers to participate in warning strikes during the current collective bargaining round for the retail sector, begi... https://news.osna.fm/?p=52620 | #news #disparity #kaufland #profit #strikes
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#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
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#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
If you don't know, this is how the system is rigged:
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
If you don't know, this is how the system is rigged:
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
https://apnews.com/article/see-how-your-pay-compares-to-the-ceos-of-the-top-us-companies-0000019e3fbada77a59e7fbffcd20000?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c2c1600ae1507590e099
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
https://apnews.com/article/see-how-your-pay-compares-to-the-ceos-of-the-top-us-companies-0000019e3fbada77a59e7fbffcd20000?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c2c1600ae1507590e099
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
https://apnews.com/article/ceo-compensation-stock-awards-workers-pay-ratio-67449e8a07011e5390d704c665533f94?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c2c1600ae1507590e099
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
https://apnews.com/article/ceo-compensation-stock-awards-workers-pay-ratio-67449e8a07011e5390d704c665533f94?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c2c1600ae1507590e099
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics #trump #trumpstein #trumpsteinclass #trumpcrimefamily #donold #donaldvonshitsinpants #criminal #crime #corrupt #traitor #corruption #treason #uspol #uspolitics #politics #news #history -
On your feet or on your knees, USAmericans:
https://youtu.be/5ZEOCS3mEFE?si=2AxjT09PeRSKnNtM
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #sanfrancisco #losangeles #fairness #income #fairwages -
On your feet or on your knees, USAmericans:
https://youtu.be/5ZEOCS3mEFE?si=2AxjT09PeRSKnNtM
#fairtaxation #taxtherich #incomeinequality #incomedisparity #equality #disparity #tax #taxation #taxlaw #uspol #uspolitics #riggedsystem #fairtaxes #fightthepower #organize #powertothepeople #news #politics #history #taxpolicy #sanfrancisco #losangeles #fairness #income #fairwages #economy #economics -
🤓 Ah, the riveting saga #of pre-Linotype #typesetting races! Because nothing says "thrill" like watching people frantically arrange little metal letters faster than a horse-and-buggy. 🐎💨 Witness the ancient art of #printing, where #women competed not just for speed but also for the privilege of #wage #disparity. 🙄🤑
https://publicdomainreview.org/essay/twilight-of-the-velocipede/ #races #history #in #labor #thrill #competition #HackerNews #ngated -
🤓 Ah, the riveting saga #of pre-Linotype #typesetting races! Because nothing says "thrill" like watching people frantically arrange little metal letters faster than a horse-and-buggy. 🐎💨 Witness the ancient art of #printing, where #women competed not just for speed but also for the privilege of #wage #disparity. 🙄🤑
https://publicdomainreview.org/essay/twilight-of-the-velocipede/ #races #history #in #labor #thrill #competition #HackerNews #ngated -
If America's So Rich, How'd It Get So Sad?
https://www.derekthompson.org/p/if-americas-so-rich-howd-it-get-so
#HackerNews #Wealth #Social #Issues #Mental #Health #Economic #Disparity
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If America's So Rich, How'd It Get So Sad?
https://www.derekthompson.org/p/if-americas-so-rich-howd-it-get-so
#HackerNews #Wealth #Social #Issues #Mental #Health #Economic #Disparity
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Why are executives enamored with AI, but ICs aren't?
https://johnjwang.com/post/2026/03/27/why-are-executives-enabled-with-ai-but-ics-arent/
#HackerNews #executives #AI #ICs #technology #leadership #disparity
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Why are executives enamored with AI, but ICs aren't?
https://johnjwang.com/post/2026/03/27/why-are-executives-enabled-with-ai-but-ics-arent/
#HackerNews #executives #AI #ICs #technology #leadership #disparity
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Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed.
-- Herman Melville⬆ #Wisdom #Quotes #HermanMelville #Disparity #Humanity #Poverty #Wealth
⬇ #Photography #Panorama #LakePowell #SlickRock #Canyon #Utah
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Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed.
-- Herman Melville⬆ #Wisdom #Quotes #HermanMelville #Disparity #Humanity #Poverty #Wealth
⬇ #Photography #Panorama #LakePowell #SlickRock #Canyon #Utah
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After experiencing my second ER visit in a lifetime, (I'm ok now, thanks), I have learned that there are two types of ERs -- one for privileged people and the other for the rest. Night and Day. The difference between the two I visited was shocking to me although it shouldn't''t have been. #Health #Disparity
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After experiencing my second ER visit in a lifetime, (I'm ok now, thanks), I have learned that there are two types of ERs -- one for privileged people and the other for the rest. Night and Day. The difference between the two I visited was shocking to me although it shouldn't''t have been. #Health #Disparity
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Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed.
-- Herman Melville⬆ #Wisdom #Quotes #HermanMelville #Disparity #Humanity #Poverty #Wealth
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Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed.
-- Herman Melville⬆ #Wisdom #Quotes #HermanMelville #Disparity #Humanity #Poverty #Wealth
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And lastly, leaving you all with this essay by #DuskinWayne. The key takeaway I got from this is that wanting to achieve success isn't limited to capitalistic / selfish pursuits -- it can be utilized to create #ABetterWorld for everyone and the planet. (Note -- I don't agree with everything Duskin Wayne says, but I found it interesting in terms of thinking about 'what is human nature'?)
#StabilizedWorld: Social Welfare vs. Independent Pursuit of Success
Published 2025
"Imagine a future where technology has solved many of the world’s biggest problems, creating a society that is more stable and equitable. MIT’s Fourth Scenario, the 'Stabilized World,' envisions a society where basic needs—like healthcare, education, and income—are guaranteed for everyone. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, labor has been redefined, allowing people to focus on what truly matters to them. In this world, the question becomes: Is happiness found in the security of a welfare state, or in the personal achievements that come from pursuing one’s own version of success? According to the scenario, this societal stability follows a period of collapse that is predicted to occur between 2030 and 2060, as we face #EnvironmentalCrises and economic #disparity.
"In this future, social welfare isn’t just a safety net but a foundational element of society. No longer do individuals need to fear falling into poverty or being excluded from opportunities. With a guaranteed basic income and universal access to essential services, people are free to explore their passions, whether that’s launching a startup, creating art, or dedicating time to personal development. This system allows for creativity and innovation to flourish, but it also raises a fundamental question: What drives happiness—personal success or the stability that comes from being part of a secure, #collective society?
"Although basic needs are met for everyone, the desire to achieve more, whether in wealth, status, or recognition, doesn’t disappear. In fact, many would argue that the pursuit of success is what gives life meaning, even in a world where the basics are assured. While the 'Stabilized World' provides a cushion, individuals are still encouraged to push boundaries, create, and innovate. But here, success is not solely defined by financial #wealth or #fame. It is the result of personal effort, #creativity, and contribution to society’s #GreaterGood. The tension between achieving for oneself and achieving for the collective good creates a nuanced approach to happiness — one that blends personal fulfillment with a sense of responsibility to the whole.
"This balancing act is particularly evident in the realms of education and entrepreneurship. In a world where the pressure to survive has been lifted, more people are free to pursue their dreams and develop new ideas. But does this individual drive to succeed come at the cost of social cohesion? In this future, innovation and entrepreneurship are celebrated, but they must be seen in the context of societal well-being. As people rise to success, they are encouraged to think about how their achievements can improve the lives of others. The concept of wealth shifts, moving away from mere accumulation to the idea of access — being able to live a life that goes beyond survival to one of exploration, joy, and meaningful contribution.
"Ultimately, the 'Stabilized World' scenario presents a society where personal ambition and collective stability coexist. As people work to achieve their own goals, they do so in a framework that ensures the well-being of all. This makes us ask: Is true happiness found in the wealth we accumulate or in the security we offer one another? The pursuit of success is no longer just about individual triumph; it’s about how we can innovate, create, and live in ways that benefit everyone. In this future, we learn that the intersection of personal ambition and social welfare isn’t a battle to be won but a balance to be struck, with both paths leading to a richer, more fulfilling life for all."
Link to article (includes references):
https://www.duskinwayne.com/arts-and-culture-blogs/stabilized-world-social-welfare-vs-independent-pursuit-of-success#SolarPunkSunday #SW #LtG #LimitsToGrowth #SolarPunk #GuaranteedIncomeForAll #UsingTechnologyForGood
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And lastly, leaving you all with this essay by #DuskinWayne. The key takeaway I got from this is that wanting to achieve success isn't limited to capitalistic / selfish pursuits -- it can be utilized to create #ABetterWorld for everyone and the planet. (Note -- I don't agree with everything Duskin Wayne says, but I found it interesting in terms of thinking about 'what is human nature'?)
#StabilizedWorld: Social Welfare vs. Independent Pursuit of Success
Published 2025
"Imagine a future where technology has solved many of the world’s biggest problems, creating a society that is more stable and equitable. MIT’s Fourth Scenario, the 'Stabilized World,' envisions a society where basic needs—like healthcare, education, and income—are guaranteed for everyone. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, labor has been redefined, allowing people to focus on what truly matters to them. In this world, the question becomes: Is happiness found in the security of a welfare state, or in the personal achievements that come from pursuing one’s own version of success? According to the scenario, this societal stability follows a period of collapse that is predicted to occur between 2030 and 2060, as we face #EnvironmentalCrises and economic #disparity.
"In this future, social welfare isn’t just a safety net but a foundational element of society. No longer do individuals need to fear falling into poverty or being excluded from opportunities. With a guaranteed basic income and universal access to essential services, people are free to explore their passions, whether that’s launching a startup, creating art, or dedicating time to personal development. This system allows for creativity and innovation to flourish, but it also raises a fundamental question: What drives happiness—personal success or the stability that comes from being part of a secure, #collective society?
"Although basic needs are met for everyone, the desire to achieve more, whether in wealth, status, or recognition, doesn’t disappear. In fact, many would argue that the pursuit of success is what gives life meaning, even in a world where the basics are assured. While the 'Stabilized World' provides a cushion, individuals are still encouraged to push boundaries, create, and innovate. But here, success is not solely defined by financial #wealth or #fame. It is the result of personal effort, #creativity, and contribution to society’s #GreaterGood. The tension between achieving for oneself and achieving for the collective good creates a nuanced approach to happiness — one that blends personal fulfillment with a sense of responsibility to the whole.
"This balancing act is particularly evident in the realms of education and entrepreneurship. In a world where the pressure to survive has been lifted, more people are free to pursue their dreams and develop new ideas. But does this individual drive to succeed come at the cost of social cohesion? In this future, innovation and entrepreneurship are celebrated, but they must be seen in the context of societal well-being. As people rise to success, they are encouraged to think about how their achievements can improve the lives of others. The concept of wealth shifts, moving away from mere accumulation to the idea of access — being able to live a life that goes beyond survival to one of exploration, joy, and meaningful contribution.
"Ultimately, the 'Stabilized World' scenario presents a society where personal ambition and collective stability coexist. As people work to achieve their own goals, they do so in a framework that ensures the well-being of all. This makes us ask: Is true happiness found in the wealth we accumulate or in the security we offer one another? The pursuit of success is no longer just about individual triumph; it’s about how we can innovate, create, and live in ways that benefit everyone. In this future, we learn that the intersection of personal ambition and social welfare isn’t a battle to be won but a balance to be struck, with both paths leading to a richer, more fulfilling life for all."
Link to article (includes references):
https://www.duskinwayne.com/arts-and-culture-blogs/stabilized-world-social-welfare-vs-independent-pursuit-of-success#SolarPunkSunday #SW #LtG #LimitsToGrowth #SolarPunk #GuaranteedIncomeForAll #UsingTechnologyForGood
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Massive disparity in availability of allotments across UK, analysis reveals https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/sep/02/north-east-england-best-region-great-britain-allotments
