It would be nice to have a 1985 toyota sized pickup period. But I think bezos has been teasing a cheap, small ev pickup thing for a while.

As discussed elsewhere, neoliberalism has pushed healthcare into a commodified profit generator which very strongly promotes pill and procedure consumption.

But weâ(TM)re talking about a home remedy here, with seriously ancient origins. Adding psychedelics to the milieu could disrupt neoliberalismâ(TM)s hold.

FTA âoeThe exact arrangement will vary from one neighborhood or region to the next, but itâ(TM)s likely that Span will take on paying the hostâ(TM)s electricity and internet bills directly, and charge a flat fee every month thatâ(TM)s much lower than what the host would otherwise pay to their electric utility and internet service provider,"

Personally, I wouldnâ(TM)t accept this without a payout plus coverage of all my electric bill plus an upgraded internet tube (free) plus access to the heat plus soundproofing plus money in a bond to cover removal when the company fails. But thatâ(TM)s just me.

Also the article says the homeowner gets âoeaccess to innovative technology.â

This sounds like doublespeak where âoeaccess toâ means âoethe burden ofâ.

i agree with most if what you said but add a couple things.

One, the Republican complaint about identity politics and dei contains a kernel of legitimate criticism: the left, not just the dems or political class but the whole left, has mostly become concerned with elite issues* In a way twas always thus, but in the past the left elites *also* genuinely cared about folks who do real work for a living (or would if they could find it).

Two-there is a path forward. If enough elites can set aside their shit for a minute, we could probably put together a compelling coalition that would work against racial, sexuality, etc. exclusion, and care about the greater world that sustains humanity, and makes sure everyone is provided for with dignity.

Fear-masked by anger-is a helluva drug.

You know it could be Amazon propaganda, looking for welfare-er-unforeseeable economic adjustment relief.

If only we could find a way to put IDF, IGRC, Trump & co. in a ball pit with some healthy snacks.

Why not both?

People are addicted to their single family detached housing, big houses, big yards, big streets, big heating and cooling demands, big suvs with big fuel tanks driving big miles to big stores and emitting big levels of co2 making bigger vegetables but smaller nutrition. God bless America, who leads the way.

Thereâ(TM)s no labor shortage. Thereâ(TM)s a compensation shortage.

I appreciate the positivity of your comment, but it alas misses the mark. You are right that many âoeevangelicalâ Christians are not about hastening a fiery apocalypse. I wouldnâ(TM)t call them great followers of Jesus, but thatâ(TM)s another thread.

Your comment ignores the truth of parents claim, though. There are a great many evangelicals who do believe hot war in Palestine will make the way ready for the Kingâ(TM)s return. Mike Huckabee is their current face, and they are legion, and they are a serious threat to peace, prosperity, and the witness of God.

ICE as deployed by Trump is a terrible example here, because only a few at every level of government liked them *and* their legal status is very dubious. Of course, the rule of law is excruciatingly imperiled atm so maybe that doesnâ(TM)t matter.

But if it has a mind to, legally at least, the Fed can do just about damn near whatever it wants except take rich peopleâ(TM)s property.

The ones who suffer will mainly be . . .poorer countries in Asia, in Africa and in Latin America . . .

Who needs 'em anyway? /s because Poe's Law dammit

This comment grossly ignores the systemic distribution failures in capitalist regimes world over. workers are prevented from adapting by being provided no social support. Profit for the largest players is made from public expenditure, which is a cost to the public, and the non-elite individual is expected to take full responsibility for both themself and the elite capital pools. Non-elite humans have been commoditized. While somewhat better than chattel slavery, it is a reversal from better times. Many magas understand this, even if they donâ(TM)t understand (or care) that righteous retribution harms them the most.

The Apple Store is a great model. Several demos to try, reasonably informed sales people whose income is not directly dependent on sales. Can go play, cane take home the most popular model or order direct with precision.

Incidentally, luxury brand dealerships are relatively comfortable, even in the used section. I bought a toyota from a lexus dealer and it was the smoothest buying experience Iâ(TM)ve had since I bought a 1950 Ford truck off an old farmer.