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1. imtrin+(OP)[view] [source] 2025-07-20 12:04:37
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.

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2. monero+nd[view] [source] 2025-07-20 13:51:20
>>imtrin+(OP)
If the state only paid for defense and the justice system, there would be very little reason to tax!
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3. walls+of[view] [source] 2025-07-20 14:07:23
>>imtrin+(OP)
> 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.

4. stuaxo+rB[view] [source] 2025-07-20 16:23:42
>>imtrin+(OP)
Its 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.

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5. stuaxo+RC[view] [source] [discussion] 2025-07-20 16:32:23
>>monero+nd
Just a fully militarised state, a la starship troupers.
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6. monero+9A1[view] [source] [discussion] 2025-07-20 23:42:50
>>stuaxo+rB
This is an ignorant and totally misinformed take on how the economy functions. Giving people money will not create a sustainable economy
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