Post AxYurKHaSWR5cQA1i4 by geoffl@mastodon.me.uk
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(DIR) Post #AxYrTWxfMuyA81nxKq by aral@mastodon.ar.al
2025-08-26T12:15:13Z
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A billionaire can never be held accountable therefore a billionaire must never exist.
(DIR) Post #AxYu2y9qRdCmWKWlCS by springogeek@mastodon.gamedev.place
2025-08-26T12:43:51Z
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@aral Same for AI
(DIR) Post #AxYurKHaSWR5cQA1i4 by geoffl@mastodon.me.uk
2025-08-26T12:53:01Z
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@aral Same for the president of the USA.
(DIR) Post #AxYv35om438qESIK9I by luqu@mastodon.social
2025-08-26T12:55:05Z
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@aral @fabio it’s a policy failure.
(DIR) Post #AxYz6jFoIXbpE5vhke by m271@fosstodon.org
2025-08-26T13:40:42Z
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@aral QED ▪️
(DIR) Post #AxZ0RkfeKFXFeibW6q by PhoenixSerenity@beige.party
2025-08-26T13:55:39Z
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@aral I feel the same about government.
(DIR) Post #AxZ3Inkpn71YTYS9gG by crazyeddie@mastodon.social
2025-08-26T14:27:42Z
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@aral Never say never.They're currently throwing everything they can at someone who DID hold one accountable. Seems like an awful lot of fear of something that can't happen.Before you get mad, remember: P->Q, !Q therefor !P is a fallacy. In other words it is completely possible that billionaires must not exist and that they CAN be held responsible.Probably way easier if you do so before you let them become billionaires by not holding them responsible.
(DIR) Post #AxZ8mTljA3DowwqEvw by gbargoud@masto.nyc
2025-08-26T15:28:55Z
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@aral https://masto.nyc/@gbargoud/114546959535098500
(DIR) Post #AxZDaSaAFKUhZ8WNNo by cstanhope@social.coop
2025-08-26T16:22:41Z
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@aral I made this a while back, but I delete my old posts now. But I keep backups!
(DIR) Post #AxZIBpy0fJRIcgkkSG by debby@hear-me.social
2025-08-26T17:14:13Z
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@aral @cstanhope @gbargoud @PhoenixSerenity @luqu @geoffl The assertion that “a billionaire can never be held accountable, therefore billionaires must never exist” is a dangerous oversimplification. It presumes that extreme wealth automatically grants immunity from justice, overlooking the critical truth that accountability depends not on net worth but on the integrity and effectiveness of judicial and regulatory institutions. When society accepts that wealth inevitably leads to impunity, it diminishes the collective impetus to pursue the systemic reforms necessary to combat corruption and inequality.⚖️ Calls to abolish billionaires, while emotionally compelling, are far less effective and far more contentious than demands for a fairer justice system and comprehensive anti-corruption measures. Even if billionaires were removed from the equation, the next tier of wealthy individuals would likely assume similar roles within a flawed system. The fundamental problem is not the existence of billionaires themselves, but the failure of institutions to prevent anyone—regardless of their wealth—from evading accountability.✅ Accountability flourishes where the rule of law is robust. A well-functioning judiciary, supported by stringent regulatory frameworks, active public scrutiny, and a culture of ethical responsibility, ensures that wealth does not equate to impunity. 🔍 The critique that billionaires cannot be held accountable is less a condemnation of wealth itself and more a criticism of corruption. In plutocratic or weak governance systems where nepotism and bribery undermine the rule of law, powerful individuals—regardless of their specific titles—can evade justice. The persistent problem lies in institutional failure, not wealth.🌍 In nations plagued by endemic corruption, the wealthy operate with near-complete impunity. This occurs not because wealth intrinsically corrupts, but because weak institutions enable unchecked misconduct. The solution is therefore not to eliminate billionaires but to eradicate corruption by strengthening legal frameworks, promoting transparency, and cultivating a culture of ethical responsibility. Only through these reforms can wealth serve society rather than undermine it.📊 Numerous examples worldwide confirm that billionaires *can* be held accountable when judicial systems are strong and independent. The issue is not wealth per se, but the absence of accountability mechanisms. Rather than targeting billionaires themselves, policy efforts should focus on building institutions that guarantee fairness, transparency, and justice for all citizens. This is a proven path toward reducing inequality and corruption effectively.The future lies not in tearing down wealth but in building systems that ensure it functions as a tool for progress. Success must be linked with responsibility, and no individual—regardless of their financial status—should stand above the law. Supporting initiatives that reinforce legal systems, fight corruption, and uphold transparency will transform accountability from a privilege reserved for a few into a universal guarantee. Targeting billionaires alone is a distraction; only broad systemic reforms will address the root causes of societal injustice and build a fairer world.
(DIR) Post #AxZcngxKc9C4lOlPMW by aral@mastodon.ar.al
2025-08-26T21:05:24Z
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@cstanhope Hah, I guess two monkeys had the same thought. I prefer your execution though :)
(DIR) Post #AxaNqRhQUQqAA18goi by aral@mastodon.ar.al
2025-08-27T05:52:44Z
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@debby @cstanhope @gbargoud @PhoenixSerenity @luqu @geoffl ChatGPT has entered the conversation.
(DIR) Post #AxgkX5mxC34Ib6DzoO by vampirdaddy@chaos.social
2025-08-30T07:35:07Z
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@aral Same for companies, especially incorporated ones?