[throw-4e451c8]

> He owned four cab licenses in Portland. Then Uber came in and shredded his retirement plan.

I am sorry for your friend, but not for him losing out on his rent seeker plans.

[nick_]

The folks flagging your post would hunt the poor for sport if it was legally and socially acceptable.

[jojobas]

There's nothing wrong with (and, in fact, it's virtuous) not spending money to consume today in order to have a better life tomorrow.

[euiq]

this exchange is so hacker news