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> Don’t I have the right to do what I want with my own money?

No. Money is a collective construct and strictly subject to collective norms (e.g., taxes). Paying selected people money for not really working is the cornerstone of corruption.




I just bought a TV from a shop selling the same as in another store, but cheaper. Should I return it and go and pay more? I've paid my taxes, the rest is mine.


Through no fault of your own, powerful and/or discontent people in your country can significantly alter your purchasing power.




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