'Economic output' might be too specific a term for an outsider like me to wield accurately. Elder care, child care, education, health, etc. are all services th

'Economic output' might be too specific a term for an outsider like me to wield accurately. Elder care, child care, education, health, etc. are all services that benefit society. I don't mean to complain about people who need those services. The military and politicians have their roles too (though I bristle at 'policital class').