Quote by Arthur C. Brooks

There is nothing inherently fair about equalizing incomes. If the government penalizes you for working harder than somebody else, that is unfair. If you save your money but retire with the same pension as a free-spending neighbor, that is also unfair.

There is nothing inherently fair about equalizing incomes. I

Summary

This quote highlights a perspective on income equality and fairness. It argues that equalizing incomes is not inherently fair because it implies penalizing those who work harder and save more by giving them the same earnings or pensions as those who do not. The quote suggests that fairness should be aligned with individual effort and responsibility, and that achieving equal outcomes disregards the concept of meritocracy. The viewpoint recognizes the potential injustice in a system that does not reward individuals in accordance with their actions and choices.

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By Arthur C. Brooks

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