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Originally Posted by dogzilla
See that's the problem when you start messing with the economy. First you have to rig the economy so that inflation doesn't go too high. Then you have to rig the economy so inflation doesn't go too low.
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The idea that the economy can fix itself is far more problematic. That's why no one tries it out by just leaving it alone.
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Originally Posted by dogzilla
What were those people doing with their income before? Were they people who were maxing out their credit tying to live a higher lifestyle than their income could support? Were they even trying to save money for difficult time? If so, boo hoo. It's not my responsibility to support them. Any politician who thinks otherwise will lose my vote. I live within my means and have had zero debt for over 15 years. I have savings that will carry me across temporary unemployment. It's not unreasonable to expect others to do likewise, using debt only for major purchases.
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Could you cover your expenses with no income for six months? Do you think the average person can? Do you think this is easy to plan for on low wages and a high cost of living?
What are your thoughts on starvation and crimes related to poverty? Do you support the idea of debtors prisons?
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