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by sundaeofshock 308 days ago
The real question: why are we ok with the free movement of capital, but insist on restrictions for the movement of labor?
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There are societal components to such unrestricted labor movement, like displaced local workers, lack of housing, strain on public resources etc.
Capital movement is restricted - especially internationally.
Capital doesn’t bring along the culture of where it comes from or become part of the polity. Capital doesn’t need to be educated or housed and isn’t eligible for welfare benefits.
That's begging the question. We are not OK with either.