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Libertarian Paternalism Analysis
Once again, the passage that resonated with me was Wheelan's discussion of behavioral economics. At the end of the chapter, Wheelan explains the notion of "libertarian paternalism," which generally means that although you may make mistakes, society won't force you to adapt your behavior to fit their ideals, but will instead point you in the right direction. I found this discussion interesting because it described the passive acceptance of decisions that is becoming more and more common when enacting change requires proactive effort. Some of Wheelman's examples included insurance coverage, retirement savings, and presumed consent for organ donations. When I feel that I don't grasp a situation or concept completely I'm prone to fall into this
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