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Re:Does computing make the world better? by brundolf on Monday June 22, 2020 @08:23PM (#23608595)
I will admit that it's a privileged position to even have the opportunity to think about broader inequality. My personal needs are thoroughly met, and that's why I'm in a position to make personal decisions based on this stuff. Lots of people's needs aren't being met, and I'd never blame them for putting those above abstract ideals.

But it sounds like inequality and the abuse of power are the very things you escaped, no? Surely you at least sympathize with those still in that situation, whether your current circumstances allow you to take any action on it or not?

Re:Does computing make the world better? by political_exile on Tuesday June 23, 2020 @04:49AM (#23611391)
I escaped very low welfare not inequality. I choose welfare over equality any day, equality is an abstract objective that doesn't have any meaningful effect. If inequality is what it takes to increase welfare, then I openly welcome that beneficial status quo.