I believe it’s an influencer

Yes. There are many

To me yes.

I believe environment opens people up in a way not found commonly outside of the event.

It’s also a selection bias situation. Those that go are more inclined to bring open maybe.

I grew as a person, made friends, and shared feelings with strangers openly.

10/10 experience.

I agree with that.

I believe there are discounted tickets and even free tickets offered to minority artists as well as grants for art installations.

I guess what I’m saying is the largest qty of people going are of a middle/low income based on the average location called home.

The rich represent a fairly small portion. Some of the people in my camp are way above my income but their generosity was astounding. IMO BM brings out the exceptional qualities of people.

Don’t know the average but I think base price is about $600.

I heard that the main chunk of your tickets cost goes to renting out the desert and paying for the federal Ranger and local police support

Income is heavily affected by cost of living. We pay much higher rates for housing, fuel, and groceries than most of the country. Even in more of the rural areas incomes, generally SKU hire to make living somewhat affordable.

https://blackrockcitycensus.org/

What a wonderful experience.

I loved every minute of the week.

So many genuinely kind and caring people.

The most staggering revelation I had was that many of my preconceived judgments based on stereotypes were way wrong. We camped with people that I would not normally connect with in the default. Some of these people I think have the potential to be strong, lifelong friends

There’s more in common Than there is a difference.

People go on and on about Tech, Bros and sparkle ponies, but scenarios like this, allow those of us, with the best intentions to shine. I hope this year’s Takeaway is more about the strength of unity than anything else

The census data does not support that claim

The majority the incomes are middle class (50,000 - 100,000) and as the majority of the participants are from California, that does not go very far.

Sure but as throughput increases the amount of time it’s being used goes down. Or something

Those damn gas station sunglasses I’ve had for like 15 years. Still good enough that I haven’t replaced them…

Seriously though,

I think the BIFL movement overvalues brands.

Looking for quality and intentionally buying something you like that will be with you for years is more important to me.

Buy less, repair it, use it longer.

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