Observers Have Noted That People Often Vote Against What Is

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Essay

Observers have noted that people often vote against what is in their economic self-interest. It has been called the Kansas paradox because a famous article discussed the phenomenon in relation to the state of Kansas. Would Adam Smith see this as a paradox?

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Definitions:

Inferior Good

A category of product whose demand falls when the income levels of buyers rise, in opposition to normal goods.

Consumer Choice

The range of preferences and decisions consumers face regarding the use of products, influenced by income, price, tastes, and preferences.

Demand for Product

The quantity of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices during a specified period.

Budget Constraint

An economic framework representing the combinations of goods and services an individual can purchase, given their income and the prices of those goods and services.