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The Irony of Late-Stage Capitalism: Taxation and Transportation in Post-COVID America
Welcome to the world of late-stage capitalism, where the government's latest strategy to "undo the money printing" from the COVID-19 era involves a delightful mix of interest rate hikes and a barrage of taxes. It's a peculiar time when tax-abolishers have plenty to say about the irony and inefficiencies plaguing our daily lives, especially in cities like Los Angeles.
The Tax Burden on Daily Life
Imagine waking up in the morning, dragging yourself out of bed, and preparing for another day at work. Your car, which you've already paid for, continues to be a drain on your finances thanks to annual registration taxes and monthly insurance premiums. As you finally hit the road, every mile you drive feels like another inch closer to financial ruin.
Upon arriving at your office—a building that exists because it has paid its fair share of taxes—you start earning your wage. But wait, don’t get too excited! A significant chunk of your earnings will be swallowed by income tax and social benefit programs. The irony here is thick: you’re contributing to benefits you might never live long enough to enjoy.
The Transportation Conundrum
Los Angeles, the city of dreams, is also the city of nightmares when it comes to public transportation. If you’re lucky enough to live near a bus line, congratulations—you've dodged one bullet. But for many, the closest bus stop is a distant mirage, leading to the necessity of taking an Uber. Uber rides, laden with surcharges and taxes, can cost ten times as much as a bus fare. So, in essence, you’re paying through the nose for the privilege of getting from point A to point B.
The Ironic "Relief" of Your Take-Home Pay
After navigating the maze of taxes, you finally get your take-home pay. Ready to spend it on essentials? Think again. Your groceries are subject to sales taxes, inflating the cost of living even further. Want to unwind with a drink after a taxing day? Alcohol comes with its own set of excise taxes, making that little bit of pleasure even pricier.
A Primitive Comparison
Contrast this with our distant relatives, the apes. They live freely in the jungle, sharing bananas with their mates, untouched by the complexities of modern taxation. They don't wake up dreading a long commute or the incessant drain of financial obligations. In many ways, their simple lives seem enviable compared to our tax-riddled existence.
The Inevitable Irony
In the end, the irony is impossible to ignore. The government’s attempts to claw back the COVID-era money printing through taxes and interest rates only serve to deepen the financial burden on individuals. Public transportation in places like Los Angeles is a far cry from pedestrian-friendly, forcing many into the arms of expensive alternatives like Uber. The cycle of taxation feels relentless, touching every aspect of our lives, from our morning commutes to our evening indulgences.
For those dreaming of a simpler life, free from the incessant demands of late-stage capitalism, the thought of joining our ape cousins in the jungle doesn’t seem all that far-fetched. After all, who wouldn’t trade a lifetime of taxes for a share of the bananas?
In this era of financial complexity and government overreach, the question remains: are we truly better off than the apes? Or have we simply traded one set of challenges for another, far more taxing reality?
