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Bernie Sanders’ pagan view of charity

By Filings on Mon, 03/09/20
Society & Culture
Charity
Political Philosophy
Government
Socialism

“Sanders’ preference for government programs over private philanthropy echoes that of ancient pagan rulers. Sanders, a democratic socialist, has said that private charity should not exist, because it usurps the authority of the government.” - Acton

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