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Why do so many people think that cutting social safety nets is a cheat code? With the exception of certain pension benefits there isn't much money flowing into
by imtringued 1y ago
Why do so many people think that cutting social safety nets is a cheat code?
With the exception of certain pension benefits there isn't much money flowing into these programs to begin with.
- monero-xmr 1y agoIf the state only paid for defense and the justice system, there would be very little reason to tax!
- stuaxo 1y agoJust a fully militarised state, a la starship troupers.
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- walls 1y ago> Why do so many people think that cutting social safety nets is a cheat code? The people who don't (currently) need them see them as a waste.
- stuaxo 1y agoIts so stupid. There are loads of people not participating in the economy because they do t have money, just give them money to spend. The multiplier effect means it pays for itself. Doesn't apply to the super rich where the money is just hoarded.
- monero-xmr 1y agoThis is an ignorant and totally misinformed take on how the economy functions. Giving people money will not create a sustainable economy