>I think any developed state should put a priority on protecting its citizens, even from their own greed or ignorance. You're literally arguing against democra

>I think any developed state should put a priority on protecting its citizens, even from their own greed or ignorance. You're literally arguing against democracy here. If the citizens are greedy and ignorant and vote for policies that reflect that, then if you support democracy you must support giving them those policies. Otherwise, you're arguing for authoritarianism.