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		doctaj 1 day ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Hyundai Paywalls Brake Pads replacement on Ioniq 5... You’re still a consumer, though. A single locust doesn’t wipe out thousands of acres on its own — it’s the swarm of individuals all buying (eating) “only what they need”.

mystraline 1 day ago [–]

"No u" isn't a valid argument here.

I'm following the body of capitalist thought, as you can see here:

https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/consu...

They are demonstrably very different. And from a 10000 foot view, consumers are reactionary and impulsive and easier to control.

Customers are the ones who give thought in how they purchase.

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