"'Spruik' is an Australian and New Zealand slang term, primarily used as a verb. It means to speak in public, especially to promote or advertise something, often in an enthusiastic or elaborate way. It can also mean to give a speech, spiel, or orate. The word's origin is uncertain, but it's thought to be related to German or Dutch words for speaking."
How much will that do? You could tax their wealth (not even their income) at 100% and you would pay for a year of government shortfalls (in the US). I feel like at some level things really are just expensive to a degree society cannot afford. But maybe I’m missing something basic here?
The former co-CEO said Australia needs to let go of "jobs from the past" and said those impacted by shifts can lean on the nations "very strong social safety net"
I don’t think this is pro human
The welfare state is a huge failing and the tax base will not cover continued benefits. I’m not in AU but have seen a small tax base try to uphold a large welfare base and think that from what I’ve seen with Australia migration and tax madness it’s only going to get harder there for the common people
Australian here, our "very strong social safety net" is a NIGHTMARE to navigate, and has stringent requirements that must be met. The pay you get is also NOT enough to live on.
I've walked past homeless people at the train station on hold to Centrelink on their phones. The system is hosed.
It's always interesting to see no US commentators on threads like this and I wonder if other countries could take notes. I've been laid off in the US and been able to lean on the social safety net with no issues while seeking new employment, despite the animosity that seems to exist between the system and people who have never used it.
Thank you for posting this. I've been listening to them all night. They are great, I am from the US and grew up on old school punk. This reminds me of that. Excellent!
"'Spruik' is an Australian and New Zealand slang term, primarily used as a verb. It means to speak in public, especially to promote or advertise something, often in an enthusiastic or elaborate way. It can also mean to give a speech, spiel, or orate. The word's origin is uncertain, but it's thought to be related to German or Dutch words for speaking."