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Mixed Economies and Neo-Conservative Policies

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What is one of the main advantages of welfare capitalism?

Increases privatization of public services

Helps people during difficult times (correct)

Reduces government spending

Promotes classical economic liberalism

Which of the following is a criticism of welfare capitalism?

It leads to lower taxes

It promotes government intervention in the economy

It contributes to inflation (correct)

It enhances individual freedoms

What was a key economic strategy of Margaret Thatcher's administration?

Privatization of state-owned industries (correct)

Increased social program funding

Higher government spending on education

Expansion of welfare programs

Which of the following statements accurately describes Reaganomics?

<p>It involved cutting taxes for the wealthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions was taken by Ralph Klein during his tenure?

<p>Privatized government agencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Advantages/Disadvantages of Mixed Economies

Helps people during difficult times.
Social programs (disabilities, welfare, pensions).
Begins process of stable government funding.
Examples of funding include healthcare, education.

Neo-Conservative Politicians

Margaret Thatcher (1979-1990)
- Thatcherism - higher taxes, deficit spending, rising inflation, contrary to classical economics, private organizations.
- Key actions include cuts to government agencies (e.g., British Airways, British Petroleum).
Ronald Reagan (1981-1989)
- Reaganomics - reduced government spending (healthcare, education), reduced taxes for wealthy.
- Increased military spending, trickle-down economics.
Ralph Klein (1992-2006)
- Reduced government spending (education, healthcare, infrastructure).
- Privatization of agencies (e.g., Alberta liquor, Alberta power and gas, AGT).

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Explore the advantages and disadvantages of mixed economies, including the benefits of social programs and government funding for essential services. Delve into the policies and impacts of key neo-conservative politicians like Margaret Thatcher, Ronald Reagan, and Ralph Klein, highlighting their approaches to government spending and privatization.