As the fiscal crisis deepens, it appears that we as a nation are dividing more and more clearly into classes. The "poor" class is really getting poorer all the time, and the upper classes are getting richer.
If we want this state of affairs to continue (which I rather favor), we should be aware that throughout history the "have-nots" have eventually risen up in rebellion and overthrown the system, usually doing away with a large percentage of the wealthy. If we don't want that to happen (and I really favor it not happening), we have to find ways to keep the poor happy. The Romans did it with entertainment, the English during the period of industrialization in the 19th century did it with alcohol. We have an even better soporific available now: drugs like marijuana and heroin.
People using those drugs readily remain stable and happy, even if their lives are somewhat shortened. However, they are there to change our tires and stock our shelves, to empty the bedpans and man the machines. We need them there, and we need them contented and happy. Let's give them free marijuana! Rising up in rebellion becomes almost impossible. Even hunger and envy won't drive them to it. And they'll think we're doing them a favor!
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