tehlaser

He did. 9.999... is 10.

When you start with the world view that people generally get what they deserve in life it's hard to come to any other conclusion. Sure, a few innocents suffer, but the only alternative is to reward whatever bad behaviors that the majority simply must be engaged in to have ended up where they are.

Challenging the assumption that most people get what they deserve is nearly impossible. It requires realizing that one's own position is largely a result of luck. This can cause rather uncomfortable feelings of fear and guilt, so it shouldn't be surprising that most don't.

Or, even worse, "show me you voted for candidate X or you're fired/my boys will beat you up/I'll kill you."

How often did people doubt your legitimacy? What did you do if someone asked "how do I know you're actually credit card company and not some scammer?"

What is your "day" job that allows you to disappear for days at a time to plow snow?