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Making the "$5 dollar footlong" jingle is psychological violence in a capitalist society with established patterns of inflation. (hexbear.net)

submitted 4 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Yeah, I've still got that shit stuck in my head a decade later, but now when I yearn for a sandwich I look at a menu featuring $13 options pre-tax. Suck me off with that Subway. Fuck you and your pedo sandwiches.

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

I'd argue that it shows how even international businesses don't understand basic monetary and macro economic concepts. Its existence should be a reminder to you that your fiat currency is losing value every moment you hold it. 2% year over year is the US Fed's target, and what is in the basket has changed many times

[–] [email protected] 10 points 4 months ago (1 children)

what in the basket has changed many times

Not long until it will be flavored, textured sawdust.

[–] [email protected] 9 points 4 months ago

[klaxon sounds] "ATTENTION: flavor additives are only for associates who meet their quotas"