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In our article, we explore why citizens oppose taxes while simultaneously demanding more redistributive social policies, aka want "something for nothing".
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Why Some Want Something for Nothing: Three Explanations for Unfunded Spending Demand
Several studies have documented ‘something for nothing’ (SFN) attitudes among citizens: preferences for increased government spending and lower taxes. Such a demand for unfunded public spending may g...