> The economy is not a charity, nor is it a person. But if we're going to personify it, then it exists for the benefit of those who actively participate in it.

> The economy is not a charity, nor is it a person. But if we're going to personify it, then it exists for the benefit of those who actively participate in it. It is indifferent to those who do not participate in it. I think this completely ignores the role of government in the economy. By virtue of being born today, you are forced to participate in the economy. The government spends tax dollars in the economy, which it either collects from you, or spends on you, and the voting body has decided that, to some degree, the economy is indeed a charity. > Most humans do not see themselves as existing to provide for others who either cannot or won't provide for themselves. I'd disagree with the first part of that statement. Most people see themselves as good, and therefore see some level of responsibility for helping those that cannot provide for themselves. > As stated above, the economy is not a charity, it is about equal exchange. Those who have nothing to offer will receive nothing in return. Again, this ignores that the economy is, at least partially, structured by a government.