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I agree lefties are generally the last people to help the poor and do seemingly altruistic/philanthropic stuff, but as regards Gordon Brown my understanding is that he has given most of his speech earnings to charitable causes.
It amazes me that people will pay to hear Gordon Brown speaking. Is there really nothing for which no market can be found?
And what exactly is wrong with an "ad hominem" argument? Dodgy Agent, 16-5-2014
right-wingers are more likely to understand basic economics.
I don't think understand is the right word here. Accept without questioning would be a better way of putting it, and the reason for that is that it tells them what they want to hear, which is what they already believe.
Unfortunately very few people on either side seem to understand complicated economics. Those that do tend toward the middle ground.
While you're waiting, read the free novel we sent you. It's a Spanish story about a guy named 'Manual.'
I don't think understand is the right word here. Accept without questioning would be a better way of putting it, and the reason for that is that it tells them what they want to hear, which is what they already believe.
Unfortunately very few people on either side seem to understand complicated economics. Those that do tend toward the middle ground.
If I didn't know you better I'd say that sounds like leftie waffle.
Basic economics is knowing you must balance the books, and you don't get something for nothing.
It's amazing how many politicians of all hues don't seem to grasp that.
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