Just a few weeks ago Ross Douthat interviewed Marc Andreesen, who said the public would turn on Social Security once it was “aired in public.” Turns out the actual bet was the public will turn on it after an intense, Elon-led campaign of lying about the program and sabotaging the service. - ThreadSky

brianbeutler.bsky.social • 2 days ago

Just a few weeks ago Ross Douthat interviewed Marc Andreesen, who said the public would turn on Social Security once it was “aired in public.” Turns out the actual bet was the public will turn on it after an intense, Elon-led campaign of lying about the program and sabotaging the service.

Reposted from Josh Marshall

So going forward if you’re parents or you need help with your social security payments get ready to deal with AI or possibly get ready not to have anyone to deal with at all. I know this is a stressful issue for millions of people. And precisely because of that I’ve been really cautious …

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casporleder.bsky.social•2 days ago

Friend who worked with Andreesen at Netscape to me the other day

tim-doin-tim-stuff.bsky.social•2 days ago

Years ago I had a joke about corporate bureaucracy being like a two assed dog, no matter which end you try to deal with, all you get is shit and no brains.
Didn't realize I was misspelling it.
Doge it is

revjoey.bsky.social•2 days ago

I had a ☎️ update meeting today. It was a half hour late due to staffing shortages. The agent said they were retiring because of the bullshit. Bosses giving half hour updates on if her job was still in play. Create chaos, throw scraps.

joshtpm.bsky.social•2 days ago

Marc was saying they'd turn on soc sec once the public realize it was a super evil ponzi scheme?

dsrouse.bsky.social•2 days ago

I think the 'it' is doge?

coconibz.bsky.social•2 days ago

“Social security is a super evil ponzu scheme,” says ultra wealthy cabal of crypto promoters

katiecannon.bsky.social•2 days ago

MAGA: I despise my government printed 💵

nickel76.bsky.social•2 days ago

You mean the way it has worked since the start? Why is Andreessen insulting the intelligence of the greatest generation, the silent generation, the baby boomers, etc?

fairorchard.bsky.social•2 days ago

He thinks he is smarter than everyone else, and his money proves it to him.

brianbeutler.bsky.social•2 days ago

Basically yes, kinda like how most special needs students are actually fakers who want adderall and a leg up on testing.

boboinparadise.bsky.social•2 days ago

2 things can be true at the same time

thesoundings.bsky.social•2 days ago

They are so effing delusional but think those delusions are great insights that only they have uncovered.

joshcinutah.bsky.social•2 days ago

This is a person who has not spent time with non-super wealthy folks for a very long time. Gutting USAID and NOAA are one thing. There’s no way to explain away wrecking SS.

sbsb4.bsky.social•2 days ago

my son had a 504 plan. he took no medicine. he never asked for extra time on tests (though he could have). His accommodations were basically he didn't have to hand write anything and he didn't ever have to hand draw anything. that's it. it may sound silly but it was so important at the time.

mmathog.bsky.social•2 days ago

Thing is SS *is* a Ponzi scheme that instead of depending on the next sucker instead relies on the rule of law, immigration, and people fucking.

doubleohkevin.bsky.social•2 days ago

These people are fucking sick

genejockey57.bsky.social•2 days ago

joepreston.bsky.social•2 days ago

"everybody with kids knows that" NO SANE PARENT THINKS THIS

napoleon-the-pig.bsky.social•2 days ago

The right has been trying to sell this for 80 years but if they just say it one more time

jthayer.bsky.social•2 days ago

The world's richest hard-boiled egg has opinions on #SocialSecurity? #andreessen

kevinfry.bsky.social•2 days ago

Not a single Democrat, including leadership, should attend the State of the Union. Instead, simultaneously host “The Real State of the Union” town halls in every district and state, where citizens share their stories and concerns. Force the networks into a split screen presentation during the speech

renaroasts.bsky.social•2 days ago

Excellent idea.

brianbeutler.bsky.social•2 days ago

(I don’t think it’s a good bet, but that’s what Andreesen actually had in mind.)

great-white-snark.bsky.social•2 days ago

The real (and sad) truth is that, until the payroll tax cap is removed, oligarchs like Andreesen, Musk, Trump and rest of the GOP, will continue to chip away at Social Security (and Medicare) with this insolvency argument. They are self-serving liars.

adamsessler.bsky.social•2 days ago

Do you think people like Douthat or Andreesen believe(d) that Musk is a capable spokesperson/propagandist?

rationalpear.bsky.social•2 days ago

way more likely we turn on the billionaire who fucked everything. the pitch forks are coming. they know it too. they are all building dooms day bunkers.

jeb232.bsky.social•2 days ago

I wish Ross Douthat would ride off into the sunset. How many more articles about his faith do we need to read? We get it Ross, you’re a Christian. I know this interview wasn’t about that, but if I was guessing Ross found a way to work it in. Maybe hire someone to write about not having faith.

dezdezdez.bsky.social•2 days ago

The NYTimes has been hiring more reporters for the religious beat. I assume it's all to 'broaden their appeal,' i.e., attract more conservative subscribers. The tone of the reporting leaves something to be desired IMHO.

magaexposed.bsky.social•2 days ago

I keep saying, "if you think you want the government run like a business, call Comcast"

dezdezdez.bsky.social•2 days ago

It's even worse. It's going to be run like Facebook or Twitter where there is no customer service because there's no real product.

bwreed.bsky.social•2 days ago

This basically only happens if Democrats decide to follow the James Carville playbook. 'Elon Musk and his Nazi virgin dorks are killing Social Security' is about as easy a political win as can be.

darwinwoodka.bsky.social•2 days ago

Obviously if you need help with your sociaal security payments you should show up at Marc Andreesen's doorstep.

valerieb02.bsky.social•2 days ago

They're gonna make it very frustrating to apply for.

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