This idea that there are “special” and “normal” people in society lacks nuance. Clearly SBF isn’t a financial genius or even a good businessman for that matter. Class is rarely a function of merit, and most people who harbor resentment towards those at the highest level of society often have little desire to replace them. Do you think the French Revolution or any other scenario in history in which the people called for heads was driven by jealousy? Unfortunately sometimes an example has to be made to affect change in society. I believe people in this thread calling for SBFs head are doing so in order to make a statement about the severity of his crimes and the need for significant consequences. I highly doubt anyone is seriously suggesting he receive the death penalty.

You’re taking a hyperbolic statement and using it to dismiss a legitimate sentiment. I’m not saying I agree he should get the death penalty, but I am disagreeing that the original commenter is stupid for feeling that way.

Or maybe people are extremely tired of white collar crime being met with a slap on the west despite the fact that it is often far more damaging to society. It’s an over correction for sure, but you can’t really blame people for wanting the wealthy and privileged to experience legitimate consequences for their greed.