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Why do you feel offended?

OP had the thesis that the "Norway sovereign fund" is funded by high taxes. This fund is also known as the "Oil fund": The Government Pension Fund Global, also known as the Oil Fund, was established in 1990 to invest the surplus revenues of the Norwegian petroleum sector.

Conclusion: The Norwegian society is not just rich just because you are that smart. You obviously had a good portion of luck.



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