Der Robin Hood Mythos - Milton Friedmans Theorie

The video discusses Milton Friedman's perspective on state welfare programs, challenging the notion that they benefit the poor by taking from the rich. Instead, Friedman argues that these programs often favor the middle class at the expense of both the very poor and the very rich, a concept known as Director's Law. The video also examines state-funded higher education, highlighting that it primarily benefits middle- and upper-class families, while lower-income families see little advantage. The discussion concludes with a call to consider alternative ways to create equal opportunities in a democracy.

According to Milton Friedman, who primarily benefits from most social programs?

• The very rich

• All classes equally

• The very poor

• The middle class

What does Director's Law suggest about the political power of the bottom 51%?

• They control the majority of political decisions.

• They are less organized and less able to influence politics.

• They often pass legislation at the expense of the top 49%.

• They are the most politically active group.

Who are the most effective politicians according to the discussion on Director's Law?

• The lower and upper middle classes

• The very rich

• The very poor

• The top 1%

What is a common justification for state-funded higher education?

• To provide equal educational opportunities to all

• To benefit only the wealthy

• To reduce taxes for the middle class

• To limit access to education

According to Friedman, who primarily benefits from government-funded higher education?

• Children from lower-income families

• Middle and upper-class families

• All families equally

• Only international students