Making it free for all isn’t the only solution. But agree school should be accessible for all.
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Replying to @JaapFrolich
What is a non-free version that reduces inequities and why would that be preferable? Just heavily subsidized to the point where everyone can afford? Kind of the same thing
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Replying to @thijsniks
Only free or less expensive for the people who can’t afford it (it’s probably only a small percentage)
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Replying to @JaapFrolich
I’m generally not in favor of means testing for basic services, because (1) it puts the administrative burden on poor people and (2) a progressive income tax solves the same problem/means people who were poor and become rich pay into it after using daycare too
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Replying to @thijsniks
The administrative burden shouldn’t be high, but agree it’s important for it to be simple. In the end it’s a fairer system where people have more choice that will probably be more efficient than government allocation of funds.
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Replying to @JaapFrolich @thijsniks
I was thinking that the changes in our perspective might stem from the fact that you moved from the Nederlands to a badly managed capitalistic country and I moved to a well managed capitalistic country. Public schools **are** free here btw.
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Replying to @JaapFrolich
Yeah, that seems about right. Though the recent mess in the Netherlands around daycare liberalization and subsidies also tells us we have a long way to go
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Replying to @thijsniks
Yeah. I am not sure about my stance, that is why I find it interesting to discuss. It just feels wrong that other people have to contribute to my children's daycare if I can afford it. But it might be the best solution overall.
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Replying to @JaapFrolich @thijsniks
A good argument on the other side is that the government should subsidize children in a declining population.
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Replying to @JaapFrolich
There are indeed a bunch of arguments to make it practically free. For one, universal services have much broader public support (I pay high taxes but at least get something in return!). It’s also a waste to educate people with public money and then tell them to stay at home.
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Making it easier to have kids is indeed good for population growth. It also ensures more equal opportunities for all children, given society a higher chance at developing and benefiting from all talented people.
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