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[–] SpaceNoodle@lemmy.world 144 points 11 months ago (2 children)

The sign says "O.P.A. Ceiling Prices," so WWII-era price controls were probably the subject.

[–] DarkCloud@lemmy.world 87 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (1 children)

Between taxing the wealthy, nationalisation of key companies and assets, and this, seems like they had some really good policies back then.

[–] UnderpantsWeevil@lemmy.world 81 points 11 months ago

Okay, but what about their freedom?

If you don't have the right to price gouge, how long until the government steals all your other liberties?

Sure, you'll enjoy a higher quality of life. But is it really worth it, knowing that the mega-wealthy will suffer?

[–] acockworkorange@mander.xyz 7 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Beltalowda na animals!

[–] e8CArkcAuLE@piefed.social 5 points 11 months ago (1 children)

sasa ke

[–] Breezy@lemmy.world 3 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Damn i wish i was witty enough to remember belter dialect. I can read it just fine but using it is beyond me.

[–] e8CArkcAuLE@piefed.social 4 points 11 months ago

sta calm, kopeng