The Case for Redistribution

We are mired in riches: infinite sources of love, time and energy, and the countless finite things that we fashion from them. So, why are so many of us parsimonious in the context of plenty?

This is what it looks like to have nothing. © Anthony Fieldman 2017

The case for redistribution invariably inflames passions on either side of a yawning divide. We clash on two key issues, among others: on responsibility [Am I my brother’s keeper?], and on fairness [Does might make right?]

Incompatible world-views fuel both of these. One side insists that because we are inherently social creatures, our individual wellbeing hinges on the health of our community. The other defends the sanctity of individual freedoms—the right to self-determination; every man for himself.

These things are important because they cut to the very nature of our views on humanity and purpose.

Why are we even here? To do what, exactly?

Man’s best friend © Anthony Fieldman 2018

The Case for Responsibility

“Am I my brother’s keeper?”