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The free market does not solve all problems. Sometimes it simply doesn't make economic sense to provide a service that people need. Witness broadband availabi
by ilc 3y ago
The free market does not solve all problems.
Sometimes it simply doesn't make economic sense to provide a service that people need.
Witness broadband availability and other things, and you'll see that the free market won't provide a service if it can't make money.
- dantheman 3y agoAnd you think it's justified for others to subsidize the lifestyle of those who live in rural environment? This is about government funding - it's not a free market solution, it's about the government being honest in how much it is subsidizing different areas. If the total cost was visible perhaps people would say - hey maybe people shouldn't live there.
- ilc 3y agoHonestly, given that they are some of the poorest parts of our country. Yes. I'm also pro-single payer healthcare, and want us just to get on with it. I don't believe the value of people is just the money they earn.