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swe_opson David Friedberg: it is important for America that Mamdani get elected

California's budget says otherwise. Same with the CA's census data about people fleeing -- the reduced congressional seats don't lie.

And you'd lose that bet.

swe_opson David Friedberg: it is important for America that Mamdani get elected

I don't think the difference in opinion will shock me -- I am both.

California's collapse was not inevitable. It was completely avoidable by being competitive with other states where people fled to.

On the other hand, a Socialism mindset will be the inevitable collapse on NY if given enough rope.

Again, you cannot tax your way out of fiscal issues and not expect people to take advantage of other options available.

swe_opson David Friedberg: it is important for America that Mamdani get elected

Except that didn't happen in California and both wealthy and corporations are leaving in droves along with creating a budget deficit for CA. You can't tax your way out of issues and not expect people to leave. We have a real example of this.

Keep in mind the wealthy pay overwhelmingly more in taxes than everyone else

swe_opson Yes, Social Media Might Be Making Kids Depressed

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