what does it cost to believe in kindness? what does it cost to trust others in a world that rewards cynicism?

you’re already self-aware (“I think I’m better than all of you when I bring a reusable cup”), which is perfect — it’s sharp and funny — but right now, the argument sits too comfortably in irony. irony is safe. it says “I know this is ridiculous” instead of “this hurts .”

you could make it cut deeper by asking:

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→ for example: capitalism teaches specific emotions — guilt, envy, shame, anxiety, ambition.

Panem is brilliant because it emotionalizes politics: fear + hope.

Snow weaponized hope; capitalism weaponized guilt. Both distract from the truth that no one wins alone.