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tacos_for_algernon t1_irfi2az wrote

Hey OP, I know most people are shitting on this idea of a "moneyless economy" but if we truly want to evolve as a society, this is going to have to be the way. The long-term effects of asset accumulation are becoming incredibly obvious and they're destructive for the vast majority of the people on the planet. We have the resources to feed and house everyone, right now, but resources have been accumulated in the hands of the few, increasing their influence and power, and using that influence and power to secure even more resources. The vast majority are suffering, right now, so that a few may live in ivory towers and sit on gold toilets. This is unsustainable, and history shows us revolutions occur when the masses are unnecessarily subjugated for too long. Unfortunately, technological advances are starting to reach the point where it may soon be impossible for the masses to "rise up." Drones and robots, with no moral objections and AI system control could easily lead to a society of abject social oppression, depending on who is in control of the system. We need to break the loop now, while we still have a chance. Eliminating money from our societies would be a necessary first step. Unfortunately, scarcity defines our current economic world view, so until we find a way to meet everyone's basic needs, either through policy or technological advancement, a moneyless economy will be out of reach. Simulations like this will be incredibly important though, to help us find the wrinkles that need to be ironed out before a system like this could be practically implemented. It's a step in the right direction.

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shanoshamanizum OP t1_irfis8c wrote

Hey, thanks for the feedback. It's not about making revolutions literally. It's all about showing people how easy it is to replace the current system. I don't think something you can install and run in 15 minutes is to be considered out of reach. Literally anyone can try and see if it works or not.

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