[rufus1]

The more access the average joe has to the market the more seemingly plausible the idea that it's "impossible" to beat the market. No, it's just really hard. Just because most sculptures are statistically made with playdough doesn't mean it's impossible to create a great sculpture.

[rufus1]

The best comparison anyone's made here is competitive sports. Most traders are doing the skill equivalent of shooting free throws in their yard; this doesn't mean there are not professional NBA players.