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Market Fundamentalism

You believe that unrestricted free markets lead to the most efficient and socially optimal allocation of resources.

Market Fundamentalism is a political ideology that strongly advocates for the unfettered operation of the free market economy. It is rooted in the belief that markets, when left to their own devices, can regulate themselves and deliver the most efficient and fair distribution of resources. This ideology is often associated with laissez-faire economics, which opposes government intervention in economic affairs beyond the minimum necessary for the maintenance of peace and property rights.

The term "Market Fundamentalism" was popularized by George Soros, a Hungarian-American…  

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Could you share an instance when you felt market competition was both beneficial and fair, or a time when it wasn't, and why?

 @9KYTZ4B from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

market coemption is fair, it doesn't force us to buy one. it shows that things are fair.

 @9KYTXNXIndependent from Virginia  answered…2yrs2Y

Like when PS5 and Xbox drop consoles every few years and the market values goes up for both

 @9KYTPHH from Connecticut  answered…2yrs2Y

Market competition is fair and beneficial to the economy because it forces the businesses to do better and improves the overall economy and stock market.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would your perception of success change if all achievements in society were purely determined by market performance?

 @9KYX5TS from Connecticut  answered…2yrs2Y

Heavily as certain successful people are only that way because of how much money they have, not how successful they were in the national and international markets.

 @9KZFKR6Peace and Freedom from California  commented…2yrs2Y

I totally agree with your answer. Sadly it has been proven that money has a bigger influence on people than their actual performance and outcome.

 @9KYWZXKRepublican from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

Indifferent, this seems more like political merchantilism and i favor a free economy where corporations deal in trade, but not in political decisions unless it directly effects their ability to maintain trade

 @9KYX96L from Connecticut  answered…2yrs2Y

Well that's not how achievements in society are or should be judged.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Do you believe every individual has the same opportunity to succeed in an entirely free market, or are some at a disadvantage?

 @9HFNY52 from Kansas  answered…2yrs2Y

Some people are at a disadvantage, but it takes hard work and dedication as well as education to succeed. Some of the best business people today came from nothing. That isn't to say, however, that there are blatant unequal opportunities such as income and instability.

 @9HFNZ9C from California  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes, I believe that every individual has the same opportunity to succeed in a free market.

 @9HFP46JIndependent from Ohio  answered…2yrs2Y

only those who are at the lower end of the financial scale are at a disadvantage, weather or not the majority of these people identify with a certain race in irrelevant

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Would you trust the market to set fair prices for the goods you need every day, or do you worry about potential exploitation?

 @9H3SG8R from Florida  answered…3yrs3Y

There has been some kind of an ideological excess: namely, market fundamentalism for the last 25 or so years

 @9H3ST3Dfrom Virgin Islands  answered…3yrs3Y

A market based economy seems to be the most functional economic system for a country, but it has drawbacks.

 @9H3SYBS  from Texas  answered…3yrs3Y

Large corporations don’t have the intent to create “fair” prices. Most corporations price gouge to “maximize profits and minimize costs” which is also a “Fundamental Market”ing strategy.

 @9H3SR5W from Virginia  answered…3yrs3Y

Yes, not worried about exploitation. Let the market decide.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you feel about private companies completely handling the management of natural resources without government oversight?

 @9HFP277Independent from New York  answered…2yrs2Y

I believe the companies should have government insight just so they have been checked with and the government knows what it's being used for so that there is no harm towards that country.

 @9HFMV4XIndependent from Idaho  answered…2yrs2Y

The Free-market should determine where and what resources go to from the needs of consumers

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Does the concept of 'survival of the fittest' in a free market align with your personal values about community support?

 @9H9BYS6 from Georgia  answered…3yrs3Y

It, although seeming promising, ignores how humans have a tendency toward greed, which makes it likely that zero community support would happen due to monopolies basically removing all support for any programs that do not make a profit.

 @9H98HJF from Alaska  answered…3yrs3Y

No because sometimes people are victims of their circumstances, such as being born poor

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

If businesses are left completely unregulated, do you think they will act in the public's best interest or just their own?

 @9H3NVC5answered…3yrs3Y

The would most likely act in the public interest because they would want to try and catch the publics eye for attention.

 @9H3NBF3Independent from Nebraska  answered…3yrs3Y

I feel companies try to increase profits and only have to act in the public's interest due to regulations

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Would you feel more or less secure in a job market that is totally free from government intervention?

 @9HT532R from New York  answered…2yrs2Y

I would feel more secure in a government ran job as long as it doesn't affect me

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would your perception of entrepreneurship change if starting a business meant no safety nets?

 @9LHW664Peace and Freedom from Utah  answered…2yrs2Y

That's what entrepreneurship is, no safety nets- just a chance- if they're not willing to take the risk then what is their dream really worth.

 @9LHVBKC from Ohio  answered…2yrs2Y

I just now heard about this so I don't really know

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

When was the last time you celebrated buying something at a great price and later wondered about the true cost of that deal?

 @9LCLYNP from Pennsylvania  answered…2yrs2Y

I bought a necklace at a thrift store, a black string like chain (so not metal) with a cross that looked like it was made of bones. It came up to be about 7 dollars, which I think is too much for a necklace that isn't extravogant, especially at a thrift store where you could get a full outfit for less than that.

 @9LCJW4B from California  answered…2yrs2Y

Never, I am always proud to purchase something with my money

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you envision the future of sustainable practices in a world where environmental regulations didn't exist?

 @9LCL6RC from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

It allows us to preserve the environment, protect biodiversity, mitigate climate change, eradicate poverty, promote social inclusivity, and foster long-term economic growth.

 @9LCKJHT from North Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

it would help the lower class people who dont have as much money to purcahse the things in super expensive stores

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How might your personal relationships be shaped in a society where even acts of kindness are influenced by the laws of the market?

 @9KYYHFK from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

Relationships could be seen as less valued since they could be just to keep the market going or to improve ones place in the market

 @9KYYCB3Peace and Freedomanswered…2yrs2Y

I think my personal relationships would get better and i think kindness will go a long way for a lot of people.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In a fully market-driven society, do you think the importance of creativity would increase, decrease, or stay the same, and why?

 @9KYY88F  from California  answered…2yrs2Y

i think that the hitbox increase needs to be reverted, and instead more focus needs to be done on reducing the power creep and competitive viability driven by 5v5, and potentially look into shifting the balances of role queue with the reimplementation of 6v6

 @9KYY5TJ from Connecticut  answered…2yrs2Y

I think creativity would decrease beacause people arent allowed to make what they want to

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If consumer trends alone dictated the variety of products available, how would your shopping experience change?

 @9KYZXJC from Illinois  answered…2yrs2Y

It would not change much, as I tend to follow trends.

 @9KYZJQ8Republican from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

I think that it would change the way that consumer buy there things same as the government would also have made a lot of money and use it towards problems that we have in the US.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What moral responsibilities, if any, do you think companies should have toward consumers in a laissez-faire economic system?

 @9KPFK8CIndependent from North Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

The product must be safe for the public and under some scientific research.

 @9KPFD9Gfrom North Dakota  answered…2yrs2Y

If a company intends to move off shore, their assets should be nationalized. Shrinkflation should be illegal.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Do you feel that your local community would thrive or suffer under complete market freedom?

 @9J3BBH6 from Virginia  answered…2yrs2Y

I fully agree with Market Fundamentalism and think it should be implemented locally and across all states.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Have you ever felt empowered or helpless in the face of a major company's policies, and what would that mean in a market-driven society?

 @9LCKWQ9 from Missouri  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes, big companies dictate far too much in modern society.

 @9LCKSPM from Oklahoma  answered…2yrs2Y

I don't really care for this question but I think people deserve more help.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What does 'fair trade' mean to you in the context of a completely free market?

 @9L6YNVQIndependent from North Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

I think that a free market is not possible only because greed takes control of people and when you have the ability to do something to gain you massive amounts of money you will. I think there has to be some limits on certain things that can be sold or traded if they are necessity's. Like insulin, but not something like a car.

 @9L6YF9Hanswered…2yrs2Y

Fair trade means something that benefits both parties in the trade.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If society operated on pure market competition, what kind of safety measures do you think would naturally emerge, if any?

 @9KYXN55 from Massachusetts  answered…2yrs2Y

i think the safety measures would be to have a cop,or multiple cops there and making sure nothing bad happens,and just in case have some type of medical on stand by.

 @9KYX7HX from California  answered…2yrs2Y

In a society driven by pure market competition, safety measures would likely emerge in response to consumer demand for products and services that prioritize safety, as businesses would compete to attract customers by ensuring the safety and reliability of their offerings. However, the extent and effectiveness of these safety measures would vary depending on factors such as market transparency, regulatory environment, and consumer awareness.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Would the potential risk or reward of an unregulated job market make you more or less likely to pursue entrepreneurial ventures?

 @9KYXZJZ from Massachusetts  answered…2yrs2Y

I think an unregulated job market would make it a little more competitive in trying to get jobs. How that might effect the lives of the workers themselves I'm not sure. I do think that it might make it a bit more difficult to hire workers for a job.

 @9KYXW8LDemocrat from North Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

An unregulated market would make me more likely to pursue entrepreneurial ventures because it could be a lot more lucrative seeing as it would be much easier to screw people over just to make more money.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What impact might a purely free market have on the arts and creative industries in your community?

 @9LFS7R9Republicananswered…2yrs2Y

outsourcing and taking jobs or romoving jobs alltogether, this to me seems

 @9LCKXX8 from California  answered…2yrs2Y

I think AI would take over, having many people loose their jobs.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Have you ever thought about the potential benefits or drawbacks of privatizing public services like roads or parks?

 @9KH53FV from Iowa  answered…2yrs2Y

I definitely feel that privatizing public services will negatively impact impoverished areas and the the government should allocate spending for public services in order to maintain fair division among communities.

 @9KH4WYBfrom Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

the free market does help in ways but can also have bad sides but it over all leads to the lower class (when working as it should) leads to there lives getting better

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What are your thoughts on the potential of market-based solutions to address global challenges like climate change?

 @9JH6JZH from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes because, The potential of market-based solutions to address global challenges like climate change is a topic of ongoing debate. Market fundamentalism, also known as economic liberalism or neoliberalism, emphasizes the belief in the efficiency and effectiveness of free markets.

 @9JH67MX from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

putting an explicit price on carbon emissions and spurring businesses to find cost-effective ways to reduce those emissions

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would the absence of minimum wage laws impact your job or future career prospects?

 @9JR3V65Socialistfrom Virgin Islands  answered…2yrs2Y

The markets need to be regulated to ensure corporations do not take advantage of people.

 @9JR3S4DDemocrat from New York  answered…2yrs2Y

If the markets are unregulated, they will crash, end of story.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would everyday interactions, like buying groceries or dining out, change for you in a totally free market?

 @9J3B4WC from Utah  answered…2yrs2Y

Prices would be cheaper and it would help me in saving money.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How might the relationships between big corporations and small businesses change in a completely deregulated market?

 @9J3L36DRepublican  from Idaho  answered…2yrs2Y

I think businesses should be able to operate on their own and regulate themselves. I think there could be a rise in tension between big corporations and small businesses, but I think it would also give small businesses a chance to rise up and become successful .

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What role should consumer demand play in shaping ethical practices within a free market?

 @9J39TWM from Florida  answered…2yrs2Y

Consumer demand should influence what is produces and sold in the market.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Have you ever benefited from a government program that wouldn't exist in a fully free market, and what would your life be like without it?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If you had to choose, would you prioritize economic efficiency or social welfare in your ideal market system?

 @9J3B4WK from Georgia  answered…2yrs2Y

I would prioritize social welfare over economic efficiency.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

In your opinion, does a completely free market respect individual freedom more than a regulated one, or does it endanger it?

 @9H8SDZW from New York  answered…3yrs3Y

I think that free market respects an individuals freedom more.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

If you were running a business, would you prefer total freedom from regulation, or some level of government oversight for stability?

 @9H8S3N9Peace and Freedom from Illinois  answered…3yrs3Y

I would like som level of government oversight for stability

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

Do you believe that government intervention is more harmful than helpful when it comes to economic successes and failures?

 @9H4PCNN answered…3yrs3Y

I think its harmful in some cases in others government regulations do help however for most of it I think that the government should stay away from things like that.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…3yrs3Y

How does the idea of a completely free market affect your sense of fairness and equality in society?

 @9H5SKFTfrom Guam  answered…3yrs3Y

Market shoud be free, but it requires some control on environmental issues

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If education was marketised completely, how do you think that would impact the availability and quality of different fields of study?

 @9LCK53W from California  answered…2yrs2Y

It would limit the ability to study anything that was outside of the field in a market fundamentalism.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What aspects of your daily life do you think would improve or deteriorate without any government-set standards?

 @9L4HPKH from Massachusetts  answered…2yrs2Y

I believe that healthcare and education would deteriorate without government-set standards.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

When thinking about your own shopping behavior, do you rely on market competition or consumer protections to ensure fair prices?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How might your experience with social media platforms be different if there were no regulations on data privacy?

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