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You’ve been tasked with defining a new area of criminal law called “economic and financial violence,” and creating laws to prevent it. What actions would you try to criminalize? (lemmy.world)
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For example: private equity firms buying trailer parks and raising rents so high that people go bankrupt

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[–] 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 child)

Ok but don't include artwork in assets, these belong to museums and should be accessible to everyone.

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  • [–] 1 point 2 weeks ago

    Van Gogh? Monet? Rembrandt?Most assuredly.

    That piece you purchased directly from the artist at the gallery last month? That still has value even if it isn't in a museum.

    I maintain my position.

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