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I don't feel that's a meaningfull distinction to make. You could ask the same question about anyone "if the company could get x from this person without throwing the person a position, would it?" of course the answer is no. If a company can get what they want from a person without hiring of course they would do it.

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I think we’re getting in the weeds here and more philosophical than necessary.

The frustration in this thread is because actual royalty with a trust fund is receiving an executive position most feel he isn’t deserving of on his merits.

We could have a discussion on every word in that statement, but that misses the point because the vast majority of people agree that Prince Harry isn’t receiving this desirable position deservingly. Obviously this is a consensual transaction where both sides are happy, but plenty of exchanges fit that criteria that still strike most as immoral.

I am just glad he has got a job and can regain some dignity. He could have done something much more suited to his skill-set and experience like flying a helicopter for a tour company; but its a start.

The British press would absolutely implode overnight - the headlines would be tasty though.

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