Discovered something fun this week, in Norwegian the word for employer is “work-giver”, but a bit of digging revealed that the alternative “work-buyer” existed but went out of use. I think people would sell their time and labor for more if the wording more clearly revealed the actual relationship.
What questions do you expect / want?
Ancient Rome had privatized fire department. Caesar’s friend Crassus got the job and used it to extort people to sell their homes in a neighborhood when a fire broke out. As a result he became one of the richest people in history. He was also killed by the Persians who poured liquid gold (or silver, depending on source) on his decapitated head and sent it back to Rome.
The share value of UHC fell hard after the murder. That is the thing that really makes waves. As you say, losing CEO is costly, to investors and owners, which in the end is what matters most to the owner classes.
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“They wouldn’t hurt us, we’re their workforce.”
The anti internet internet community. Where do I sign in? Or out?
Whiskey on the Rocks. Hilarious Swedish historical satire. It’s probably better for those who understand Swedish, but I’d still recommend it. Castlveania Nocturne S2.