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3. Combine this sort of thing with an actual recession, sure.

Reply to PCIntern (Original post)

Wed Jan 7, 2026, 02:59 PM

Jan 7

Sure, the economy sucks for most of us, but even a poorly distributed growing economy is enough to keep a lot of people wanting not to upset the apple cart.

Now if 401(k)s were losing money, sure.

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I am certainly NOT a sophisticated student of history, [View all] PCIntern Jan 7 OP

I'm afraid it is going to take... S/V Loner Jan 7 #1

Revolution comes from the Middle-class. Dan Jan 7 #2

Combine this sort of thing with an actual recession, sure. unblock Jan 7 #3

Radical Left defending itself from the fascist right. multigraincracker Jan 7 #4