The speaker questions the elitist perception that only certain professions can find fulfillment in their work, suggesting that blue-collar workers like electricians and plumbers can also enjoy their work and face challenges in retirement. The argument is made that if work is inherently degrading and joyless, then the concept of retirement should be reconsidered, hinting at a potential retirement age of 21 to allow individuals to enjoy retirement while young and healthy. The speaker emphasizes that retirement should be a personal decision, not something allowed or controlled by others, and questions the government's role in subsidizing retirement.

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