Mass of evidence (see Spirit Level) that relative inequality (see OECD) = unhealthier societies = support for redistribution. US v good eg.
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Yes, UK epidemiologist Richard Wilkinson's 25 years of research on relative poverty suggests social comparison as psychological mechanism
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'markets have lifted millions out of poverty. what explains support for redistribution?' silly juxtaposition.'redistribution' /= anti-market
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And how is 'fairness' being defined? Deck seems to be stacked!
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Excessive inequality, as in the US, also hurts growth and progress. Redistributive policies are entirely rational: https://www.oecd.org/els/soc/Focus-Inequality-and-Growth-2014.pdf …
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Redistribution of wealth ignores how strong sheer selfishness drives each individual. The lazy will get even more lazy.
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Everyone has 1
in someone else's pocket & r screaming to remove
from their pocket while demanding to keep their
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The road to Hell is paved with Good intentions.
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How about a real safety net and only help those that need the help? Not government run programs for everyone.
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Tried in Germany. Very bureaucratic to asses individual needs in detail. Blanked minimum + healthcare for all is easier and less intrusive.
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Utter nonsense.
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If not voluntary then=double robbery; robs from those who earned it; and, robs recipient of knowing value of self-reliance and independence.
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Compassion is enough and most solid argument for it.
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Why does Envy read like Jealousy here?
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Oh please. Who writes this trash?
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As many other commenters, I am shocked that fairness was the only factor not playing a role in redistributive views.
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Next time I need a new car, I'll send the invoice to you
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@pcdnetwork Interesting research, but troubling findings. "Fairness" shd be strong logical pillar for economic justice policies 1/ -
In complex societies "rich" benefit most from system. Big issue not redistro of income, but accumulation of wealth 2/2
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