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In reply to the discussion: Did You Do Any of These 6 Activities Today? Then You’ve Got Class Privilege [View all]Android3.14
(5,402 posts)Define class privilege.
1. You Woke Up Well Rested - Gee, after a 12 hour work day I went to bed at 10 p.m. and woke up at 4:30, well rested, and started work by 6 a.m.. A good night's sleep isn't privilege. It's planning and common sense.
2. You Paid for Convenience - Define convenience. A flush toilet is a convenience. In the woods, a latrine with a roll of toilet paper on a nearby branch is a convenience.
3. You Called in Sick - I called in sick a few weeks ago. I didn't get paid for the sick day. This isn't class privilege; it's the reason we fucking have unions.
4. You Used Your Car or Took Reliable Public Transit - This is just stupid. This isn't class privilege, it's living within walking distance of a bus station or carpooling or just keeping your shit together so you can make it to work.
5. You Got Paid for All Your Hours at Work - Not a class privilege, but a fucking reason to be in a union. As a small business owner, I can guarantee you I rarely receive pay for all the hours I work. In fact, fuck this shit. Today was fucking payday, and I am the lowest paid employee in my company and guess what? I didn't pay myself today, because I had to make sure the paychecks I did sign wouldn't bounce. When an employer pays you for all the hours you worked, it is because that employer has integrity, not because of class privilege.
6. You Bought Fresh, Healthy Food at the Grocery Store - Define fresh. Is unspoiled milk fresh? Is raman that is sold before its sell by date fresh? Fresh vegetables are cheaper than convenience food. Buying quality food isn't privilege, it's about making smart choices. I can buy six cans of Hormel chili, but instead I purchase the ingredients for much less and make a better chili.
This OP is stupid (the article. I don't know enough about the person who posted it to determine what ther deal is). Feel guilty if you want about "class privilege" when all you are doing is what everyone else is doing, trying to make your way with as much dignity as you can muster and the resources available.