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In Some Cases the Government Can Make Everyone Better Off

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In some cases the government can make everyone better off by raising taxes to pay for certain goods that the market fails to provide.


Definitions:

Symbolic

Use of symbols or representation to convey meaning, ideas, or concepts, which are not directly verbal or literal.

Catharsis

A dramatic release of pent-up feelings: the idea that aggressive motivation is ‘drained’ by acting against a frustrating object (or substitute), or by a vicarious experience.

Agentic State

A frame of mind thought by Milgram to characterize unquestioning obedience, in which people as agents transfer personal responsibility to the person giving orders.

Psychological Detachment

A mental state of disconnection or removal from work-related thoughts and activities during non-work time, aiding in recovery and wellness.

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