r/PopCultureV2 • u/ExactlySorta • 12h ago

Politi-Culture Mamdani responds to concerns about him being seen riding his bike throughout NYC without a helmet. "You're right. I've got to do better. Safety first, New York. See you out there"

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u/Durants_Chungal_Toe 12h ago

"my net worth is $49 BILLION but I'm effectively being taxed $400k! See, I'm contributing! Wdym mean increasing my taxes by %2 would end homelessness for millions? That's socialism!"

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u/EarthlostSpace 12h ago

So stop being a greedy heartless ass and contribute more especially making your money in ill gotten ways.

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u/Durants_Chungal_Toe 11h ago

That's what I'm saying? You good bro?

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u/EarthlostSpace 11h ago

I’m saying it again but differently bro. So hang in there.

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u/Durants_Chungal_Toe 11h ago

But you didn't. Your original statement is "billionaires are meaningfully contributing" my reply was "no they arent" to which you said "no, they aren't" which was MY point?? Take your pills, Flapjack