Not Buying American Anymore
4 hours ago
- #consumer rights
- #anti-consumer practices
- #US economy
- The author criticizes the economic and regulatory environment in the US, not the American people.
- Coming from Brazil, the author appreciates strong consumer protection laws that ensure buyer rights.
- Inspired by Louis Rossmann's videos, the author highlights anti-consumer practices by US companies, especially in software.
- The US is described as an oligarchy where laws favor the wealthy, leading to consumer-hostile practices.
- Weak regulations in liberal capitalist democracies can lead to plutocracy, harming consumers for profit.
- The author argues against buying American due to lack of innovation, consumer protection, and trust in companies.
- Choosing not to buy American is a moral stance against exploitative practices and a call for better laws.
- The author believes the US can be replaced if it doesn't prioritize people and value creation.