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Market dynamics and all that. If I buy a car, it’s mine and I can do whatever I want to it at my own consequence.

But should you? '"Market dynamics", shrug' is all too often used to excuse the bad parts of capitalism.

Should you be able to freely buy things and sell things you own? Yes, you should and this is not an aspect of capitalism. Why would that not exist in a socialist or other economic system?

Not you shouldn't be able hoard the supply of a thing and double its price. Don't play stupid like the intent of the purchase doesn't have consequences on your rights to sell an asset.

I would like to to state a very specific thing: I’m both a socialist and fine with price gouging for tesla trucks, and I don’t feel that’s a hypocritical thought.

Not all “things” are equal though. When we’re talking about materials required for living being hoarded, I’ll be right there with you. When luxury automobiles and tickets to Taylor Swift are the topic, I’m fine with the market deciding.

You CAN do whatever you want. And Tesla can choose to not sell to you in the future.

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