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Re:Thomas Piketty’s Capital in the 21st Century, in 20 minut... by witty_username on Sunday October 30, 2016 @05:39AM (#12828885)
> Furthermore, what do we with those who are just unable to produce anything of value? it's implied that they just die.

Capitalism doesn't stop a person from donating to those people. Indeed, that's what happens through the government.

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Re:Thomas Piketty’s Capital in the 21st Century, in 20 minut... by humanrebar on Sunday October 30, 2016 @06:00AM (#12828948)
It's not really a donation if it's not voluntary. Whether someone should be supported by the government is an interesting question but calling taxes and welfare donations is doublespeak.
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Re:Thomas Piketty’s Capital in the 21st Century, in 20 minut... by witty_username on Sunday October 30, 2016 @11:43AM (#12830374)
You're right.
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