Comic #5856: command

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Panel 1:

A child stands in front of an adult (presumably their dad), speaking with enthusiasm. The child has curly hair and is wearing a yellow shirt. The adult, wearing glasses and a red shirt, looks at the child with interest.

Text: "DA D, THE COMMAND-ECONOMY STRUCTURE OF THE HOUSEHOLD IS LIMITING PRODUCTIVITY."

Panel 2:

The child continues to explain animatedly, using hand gestures. The adult listens, appearing thoughtful.

Text: "I DO CHORES, DAY IN DAY OUT, BUT PRODUCTIVITY IS COMPLETELY UNCORRELATED TO EITHER MY ALLOWANCE OR THE QUANTITY OF FOOD I RECEIVE."

Panel 3:

The child transitions to a more serious tone, raising their hand in an authoritative gesture.

Text: "SO—"

Panel 4:

The child presents a grand solution, their enthusiasm bubbling over.

Text: "WE MUST IMPLEMENT ECONOMIC SHOCK THERAPY! VAST DEREGULATION. PUT PARENT-CONTROLLED ASSETS INTO WHATEVER INDIVIDUALS EMERGE VICTORIOUS IN FREE COMPETITION."

Panel 5:

A scene later is depicted. The child is talking to another child, who looks intrigued. The child on the left still has curly hair, while the other has straight dark hair and is wearing a skirt.

Text: "AND THEN MOM TOOK ADVANTAGE OF THE CHAOS TO SEIZE THE MEANS OF PRODUCTION."

Panel 6:

The other child replies, unimpressed or resigned.

Text: "CLASSIC MOM BEHAVIOR."

This comic humorously depicts a child's imaginative take on household chores using economic terms, creating a relatable scenario for many families.