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Greetings from Argentina you freedom-loving Nostriches.
A little Argentinian culture for you today, buckle up, it's a good one:
Why are government officials in Argentina called "ñoquis" (gnocchis)?
ChatGPT: "In Argentina, the term "ñoqui" is often used colloquially to refer to government officials who are seen as holding their positions due to political connections rather than merit. The term originated from the word "ñoqui," which refers to a type of Italian pasta dumpling. The connection lies in the fact that these officials are often considered to have "rolled" into their positions without much effort, similar to how dumplings are formed by rolling dough. So, in essence, it's a metaphorical way of implying that these officials are "political appointees" who haven't necessarily earned their roles through merit."
"But doesn't it also have to do with the fact that they only show up to work at the end of the month to get their salary?"
ChatGPT: "
Yes, you're absolutely correct. The term "ñoqui" in Argentina is indeed commonly associated with government officials who are perceived to show up to work only at the end of the month to collect their salary, much like the pasta dumplings (ñoquis) swell up when boiled, they "swell" in numbers at the end of the month to collect their paychecks without doing much work throughout the rest of the month. This aspect of the term highlights the notion of government employees receiving payment without putting in the necessary effort or fulfilling their responsibilities. So, both interpretations - the political appointment aspect and the work attendance aspect - contribute to the term's usage in Argentina."
Aren't "ñoquis" eaten at the end of the month for economic reasons, too?
ChatGPT: "Yes, you're correct. In Argentina, there's also a tradition of eating "ñoquis" at the end of the month for economic reasons. This tradition is rooted in the fact that "ñoquis" are a simple and inexpensive dish to make, typically consisting of potatoes, flour, and sometimes eggs. As the end of the month approaches and financial resources may be limited for some families, "ñoquis" provide a cost-effective option for a filling meal. So, there's a parallel between the economic aspect of eating "ñoquis" at the end of the month and the perception of certain government officials only showing up for work at the same time to collect their salaries. Both aspects contribute to the rich and multifaceted meaning of the term "ñoqui" in Argentine culture."
So yeah...we're in the process of getting rid of this class of existence in Argentina, currently (which comprised upwards of 30% of the population, pre-Milei).
Wherever you may be, I hope you're actively working towards eliminating ñoquis in your country as well. Buy Bitcoin, besos.
A little Argentinian culture for you today, buckle up, it's a good one:
Why are government officials in Argentina called "ñoquis" (gnocchis)?
ChatGPT: "In Argentina, the term "ñoqui" is often used colloquially to refer to government officials who are seen as holding their positions due to political connections rather than merit. The term originated from the word "ñoqui," which refers to a type of Italian pasta dumpling. The connection lies in the fact that these officials are often considered to have "rolled" into their positions without much effort, similar to how dumplings are formed by rolling dough. So, in essence, it's a metaphorical way of implying that these officials are "political appointees" who haven't necessarily earned their roles through merit."
"But doesn't it also have to do with the fact that they only show up to work at the end of the month to get their salary?"
ChatGPT: "
Yes, you're absolutely correct. The term "ñoqui" in Argentina is indeed commonly associated with government officials who are perceived to show up to work only at the end of the month to collect their salary, much like the pasta dumplings (ñoquis) swell up when boiled, they "swell" in numbers at the end of the month to collect their paychecks without doing much work throughout the rest of the month. This aspect of the term highlights the notion of government employees receiving payment without putting in the necessary effort or fulfilling their responsibilities. So, both interpretations - the political appointment aspect and the work attendance aspect - contribute to the term's usage in Argentina."
Aren't "ñoquis" eaten at the end of the month for economic reasons, too?
ChatGPT: "Yes, you're correct. In Argentina, there's also a tradition of eating "ñoquis" at the end of the month for economic reasons. This tradition is rooted in the fact that "ñoquis" are a simple and inexpensive dish to make, typically consisting of potatoes, flour, and sometimes eggs. As the end of the month approaches and financial resources may be limited for some families, "ñoquis" provide a cost-effective option for a filling meal. So, there's a parallel between the economic aspect of eating "ñoquis" at the end of the month and the perception of certain government officials only showing up for work at the same time to collect their salaries. Both aspects contribute to the rich and multifaceted meaning of the term "ñoqui" in Argentine culture."
So yeah...we're in the process of getting rid of this class of existence in Argentina, currently (which comprised upwards of 30% of the population, pre-Milei).
Wherever you may be, I hope you're actively working towards eliminating ñoquis in your country as well. Buy Bitcoin, besos.