The Nature of Selfishness
Governments often operate under the assumption that people are entirely selfish, a notion rooted in the economic model of homo economicus. Yet, this perspective struggles to explain behaviors that defy pure self-interest, such as tipping a waiter in a foreign country. Factors like habit, guilt, or the simple joy of giving reveal the complexities of human nature that challenge traditional economic theories.In this clip
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