Capitalism and Equality

Capitalism and Equality

In this talk, Dr. Jessica Flanigan, Professor at the University of Richmond, argues that capitalism benefits disadvantaged workers more than economic systems that purport to be more egalitarian. She develops three arguments for this claim. First, free markets benefit disadvantaged groups that also lack economic power within existing institutions, such as non-citizens and future generations. Second, egalitarian redistributive systems empower public officials, thereby widening existing inequalities of political power. And third, policies that limit people’s economic freedom often backfire by disempowering the most disadvantaged workers. Flanigan concludes that egalitarians should embrace markets.

📍 Location: Room 3048 Mike & Josie Harper Center, Creighton University

🕒 Admission: Free and open to the public. Donations to support MCEI’s educational and outreach activities are welcome and greatly appreciated.

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🚗 Parking: Street parking is encouraged. A limited number of spaces may be available in the rooftop parking lot directly in front of the Harper Center; however, we cannot guarantee a reserved parking space.

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