Re:Basic income doesn't emphasize divisions between poor and...
by err4nt on Monday August 29, 2016 @11:57AM
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So a bracket like that which stifles motivation would absolutely hurt industry, economy, and innovation.
Its like youre in a race against every other business and country in the world, and you say: "hey, lets put these leg cuffs on! No everybody has a 3 foot stride wehn walking, so its no fair for you to walk fast. These shackles will only restrict your movement if you succeed too much and are able to take bigger strides. The most important thing is to reduce the gaps between winners and losers!"
In that race, do you think you stand a fighting chance against unshackled competitors?
Its like youre in a race against every other business and country in the world, and you say: "hey, lets put these leg cuffs on! No everybody has a 3 foot stride wehn walking, so its no fair for you to walk fast. These shackles will only restrict your movement if you succeed too much and are able to take bigger strides. The most important thing is to reduce the gaps between winners and losers!"
In that race, do you think you stand a fighting chance against unshackled competitors?