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Binya's avatar

As another analogy. Europe currently has an energy shortage, particularly natural gas. The Guardian proposed a "windfall" tax on gas producers, and subsidies for energy users. So in the face of a shortage, they want the government to act to *reduce supply* and *increase demand*.

People have very counter-productive reactions to shortages of goods.

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Flume, Nom de's avatar

> Nobody blames “speculators” even though it’s true that there are middlemen who make a living buying and selling used cars.

Honestly, we should take this opportunity to blame the legally mandated dealership sales model.

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