We have already experienced one death, which, given the circumstances, might have been inevitable. While the situation has become a source of memes, we must remind ourselves that this was a human being. Turning this into a spectacle and shifting the conversation to who the next CEO should be only distracts us from the larger issue at hand: fixing a broken system. This kind of hysteria will only create more barriers between us as people.
Consider the stories in movies where the ultra-rich pit the less fortunate against each other, forcing them to fight for food, survival, medicine, or even the chance to live among the wealthy. These narratives are not just fiction—they serve as warnings. If we, in one of the most free countries in the world, can’t discuss and collectively demand systemic change in a civilized manner, how can we claim to be truly free?
Focusing on emotional banter and blaming CEOs as individuals misses the point. CEOs have resources to protect themselves, form think tanks, and influence politicians. The issue is not just about one CEO; it’s about human nature, the pursuit of power, the survival of legacies, and the flaws within the system.
Some CEOs deserve high salaries, especially if they’ve founded their companies or reinvest heavily into growth. However, we need to question the logic behind astronomical salaries for non-founders. Should someone who isn’t a founder really earn $10 million a year? Perhaps $1 million is sufficient, with the rest being reinvested into production, employees, or initiatives that boost the stock market and economy.
As Americans, we need to step away from the tendency to resort to violence or outrage. Instead, we should focus on thoughtful, practical solutions to address these systemic problems.
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Why Are People Calling For The Death Of CEOs:
We have already experienced one death, which, given the circumstances, might have been inevitable. While the situation has become a source of memes, we must remind ourselves that this was a human being. Turning this into a spectacle and shifting the conversation to who the next CEO should be only distracts us from the larger issue at hand: fixing a broken system. This kind of hysteria will only create more barriers between us as people.
Consider the stories in movies where the ultra-rich pit the less fortunate against each other, forcing them to fight for food, survival, medicine, or even the chance to live among the wealthy. These narratives are not just fiction—they serve as warnings. If we, in one of the most free countries in the world, can’t discuss and collectively demand systemic change in a civilized manner, how can we claim to be truly free?
Focusing on emotional banter and blaming CEOs as individuals misses the point. CEOs have resources to protect themselves, form think tanks, and influence politicians. The issue is not just about one CEO; it’s about human nature, the pursuit of power, the survival of legacies, and the flaws within the system.
Some CEOs deserve high salaries, especially if they’ve founded their companies or reinvest heavily into growth. However, we need to question the logic behind astronomical salaries for non-founders. Should someone who isn’t a founder really earn $10 million a year? Perhaps $1 million is sufficient, with the rest being reinvested into production, employees, or initiatives that boost the stock market and economy.
As Americans, we need to step away from the tendency to resort to violence or outrage. Instead, we should focus on thoughtful, practical solutions to address these systemic problems.
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