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submitted 3 weeks ago by StarvingMartist@sh.itjust.works to c/historyporn@lemmy.world

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[–] SpaceNoodle@lemmy.world 136 points 3 weeks ago (7 children)

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

[–] DarkCloud@lemmy.world 82 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) (2 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 77 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

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?

[–] tenchiken@anarchist.nexus 10 points 3 weeks ago

Gonna have to say, had me in the first half there.

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