Trolls swarm ‘Buyers Strike’
The internet-based Buyers Strike led by Prosper Australia has become a magnet for anonymous trolls trying to deflect the debate from the key issue of housing affordability with abuse and vilification. “Their message to first home buyers is simplistic and insulting:...Buyers Strike finds heavyweight backing
The first home Buyers Strike announced by tax reform group Prosper Australia last week is being supported by debt-skeptic Steve Keen. “This is an excellent idea which I endorse,” Keen said on his website (1) yesterday. “It would be a foolish personal decision to take...Buyers Strike “Irresponsible”
Some commentators have described Prosper Australia’s Buyers Strike as “irresponsible” because it threatens to disrupt the orderly market in real estate. “These opinions should be greeted with howls of derisive laughter,” Buyers Strike campaigner David Collyer said...Buyers Strike Day 3
“Thousands of would-be homebuyers have committed themselves to Prosper’s Buyers Strike and are now standing out of the market,” Prosper Australia campaigner David Collyer said today. “Our call for a buyers strike has gone viral over the internet – spread far and wide...Republish this article
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