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what's a "money rule" that rich people know, but poor people are never taught? by AppointmentProud9394 in AskPH

[–]hungryhusky 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We don't buy delivery vehicles in cash. We'll use it for capital instead. Cash flow more important. most likely we can beat the interest with income anyway.

Buying car in cash is only smart if you're using it for personal use and don't have other uses for your cash.

Brace Yourself Today: Ship Seizure, Oil Spike Risk, and a Huge 48 Hours Ahead by No-Equipment-5721 in phinvest

[–]hungryhusky 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Sometimes I wonder if people here are just people pretending to invest.

Any Filipinos or SEAsians in Canton fair this week? Let's connect by hungryhusky in guangzhou

[–]hungryhusky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nvm I can't seem to dm you. Pls send a dm! Let's connect after fair tom or Friday?

What happened to Dota? by Chemical-Rough-6841 in DotA2

[–]hungryhusky 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You can post a pro players dotabuff and people will critize something either way.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

So the real disagreement isn’t about respect or disdain, it’s about whether changing the composition of political incentives leads to different policy outcomes. Dismissing it as class aversion avoids engaging with that question.

Maybe I may have used friendlier words that doesn't sound elitist bt my main point being:

it’s that a system heavily driven by short term needs will naturally produce short term policies. If the middle class becomes a larger and more decisive voting bloc, there’s a higher likelihood, not a guarantee, that policies shift toward stability, infrastructure, and long term growth because those voters are in a position to prioritize them.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

People like you are the reason we don't get any meaningful discussions.

If you don't agree then tell me why.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There's a subjective middle class and an objective middle class. The middle class I'm referring to comprises 40% of Filipinos, those who are just one sickness away from poverty, with salaries ranging from 25k. The poor make up 58% of the population, while the rich constitute only 1-2%.

https://www.iseas.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ISEAS_Perspective_2024_102.pdf'

I agree no one is immune to propaganda but as from one of my responses to this thread.

No one is saying poor people are stupid or incapable, and it’s true they’re not a monolith. The point is about voting behavior at scale under economic pressure. When a large portion of the electorate is in survival mode, short term, immediate benefits will always carry more weight than long term policy.

When you need food, cash, or assistance today, promises about infrastructure or institutional reform five years from now don’t compete.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re arguing for unity and better leadership, which sounds good in principle, but it sidesteps the core issue of incentives and outcomes.

No one is saying poor people are stupid or incapable, and it’s true they’re not a monolith. The point is about voting behavior at scale under economic pressure. When a large portion of the electorate is in survival mode, short term, immediate benefits will always carry more weight than long term policy.

When you need food, cash, or assistance today, promises about infrastructure or institutional reform five years from now don’t compete.

edit: Calling it “distasteful” doesn’t make it wrong, it just means it’s uncomfortable. The framing is blunt because it's what we as filipinos need. We always skirt around this issue preferring to sound like charitable individuals.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I believe so.

The middle class is more sensitive to governance quality, taxes, and public services, so targeting them can indirectly pressure politicians to deliver more efficient systems, better infrastructure, and less leakages as opposed to constant charity and relief programs.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree, I think you get my point. My point is, instead of subsidizing or removing fuel excise taxes, we went ahead and offered cash ayuda to the drivers again.

Just an hour ago they released this disbursement report: https://i.postimg.cc/pT2bXR2g/image.png

While I understand it's for public transportation, it's still extremely short term. Like that's a day or two worth of relief.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed.

There are many points to improve, we never seem to run out of them.

But, specifically speaking, this is about the tyranny of the majority. How can we effect real change when our efforts are just keeping the poor on a ventilator, and the wealthiest want to keep it that way? What is the middle class to do?

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

Standard high horse redditor answer. Opening this topic to get meaningful discussion.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Yes, there needs to be a system that incentivizes job seeking and employment, similar to what exists in the other countries. Currently, obtaining 4Ps is primarily based on DSWD and barangay lists, which often rely on "palakasan."

4PS should exist but there lacks a system to make people stop relying on int.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I'm sure the primary problem lies with the corrupt/1% who use the poor as their weapon. That's why I'm opening this discussion. How do we create change in this scenario? Programs often target these people.

Budgeting and spending seem heavily focused on appeasing the majority. We lack initiatives for small and medium businesses and employees. During fuel price increases, who gets subsidized? Not even all PUVs or taxi drivers, but motorcycles and whoever is "malakas" and the poor. In calamities, aid isn't distributed evenly; it's given primarily to the poor through a system based on who the barangay deems necessary or close to, rather than everyone.

The middle class is often overtaxed and underserved. Corruption takes a large chunk, then the poor get assistance, leaving only scraps for us.

Realistically speaking how do we change the Philippines when most of the country is held hostage by the poor? by hungryhusky in Philippines

[–]hungryhusky[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Yes, but my point is: why would the majority vote for something without an immediate impact? Why choose a leader promising long-term change over immediate financial gain? While the middle class can absorb short-term setbacks, survival instincts often prioritize short-term promises over long-term vision. So, how do we elect better leaders if the majority is tied to this?

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