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I think there's a big difference between "I want to be paid to live in an economically collapsed community because I was born here" and "I want to be able to af
by djur 4y ago
I think there's a big difference between "I want to be paid to live in an economically collapsed community because I was born here" and "I want to be able to afford to live in an economically thriving community because my friends and family are here". Especially when considering government policy.
- shadowgovt 4y agoWhat is the big difference?
- djur 4y ago1) Generally speaking, family and friend communities offer support structures that increase individual success and decrease antisocial behavior. Keeping those communities together is worthwhile both from a social welfare perspective and an economic efficiency one. 2) Reducing obstacles to building is free (in the long term, it's revenue-positive). Propping up a dying town is expensive.