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Interesting subject matter...
and from what I've learned could be a possiblity...we're living in the most difficult times in history and at this point this is a fiasco that is certainly plausible. Personally, I don't think such a situation could be resolved by one human or human government. I do believe a higher power would have to step in. I think we live in a time where if you truly believe in God he would be a good source, the best and the ultimate source to turn to. Just an opinion and thank you for the food for thought.
posted by
LaMerci
on August 29, 2009 at 4:12 PM
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Some politicians have their own agenda they think of first, so, sorry to say I don't have faith in them fixing to much. The transition would be interesting for sure.
As Billy Joel sang, "honesty is such a lonely word". Whether it's credit, cash, or check, you've heard the saying, "money is the root of all evil. On a positive note, the world would be a lot scarier without democratic leadership and guidance in a free society.
posted by
yellowrose55
on August 22, 2009 at 5:28 PM
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that boggels one mine thinking about that, I still use cash, but not checks very often.
posted by
Lanetay
on August 22, 2009 at 9:05 AM
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Former
Some communities work very well on the barter system. It’s a growing trend that I like but given there are no taxes paid when a barber cuts your hair in exchange for some fresh produce from your garden, for example, the government doesn’t think it’s such a great idea, However, I think it's time we start considering the merits of the barter system.
posted by
Troosha
on August 22, 2009 at 9:05 AM
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I believe a cashless society is coming. In Revelations it tells about how no one will be able to buy, sell or trade without the "mark". It sounds like an implant to me.
posted by
mariposa75
on August 21, 2009 at 11:45 PM
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When I first joined the bank (I'm an ex banker) more than 2 years ago, we took an extensive training course called "Towards a Cashless Society"; but then the economic crisis erupted and so suddenly people were in love with cash again they don't even trust any other form of money or credit anymore. Cash became so dear during the financial crisis some people actually saved it "under the pillow" and didn't even trust banks anymore.
posted by
Aspire2Inspire
on August 21, 2009 at 7:14 PM
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Some say that a cashless society is coming. Its what the elites want. In its place would be an implanted RFID chip which receives or pays automatically. Problem is that they can be cloned easily!
posted by
Soul_Builder101
on August 21, 2009 at 5:32 PM
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I doubt it will be eliminated! A form of cash has always been used! sam
posted by
sam444
on August 21, 2009 at 5:30 PM
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Whatever happens in the future, about cash or anything else, I hope that I will be able to adapt instead of just giving up.
posted by
TAPS.
on August 21, 2009 at 10:08 AM
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It's well on its way. Even door to door collectors for charity are sometimes asked if they will accept credit card contributions!
posted by
elinjo
on August 21, 2009 at 6:57 AM
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Computer theives would have a field day, as they are starting to have
now with hidden add-on memberships billing credit cards monthly....
posted by
WindTapper
on August 21, 2009 at 6:05 AM
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