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The ability for individuals to save, invest, and plan for their future, leading to financial security and the potential for generosity. This promotes a culture of giving and philanthropy.

The principle that the majority rules and makes decisions, potentially leading to arbitrary laws and high taxes.

The practice of investing in or moving capital to a country or region with a more favorable legal and economic environment.

A legal system based on precedent and custom, developed through court rulings and judicial decisions unlike codified law.

The concept that the more secure a nation's legal and economic system is, the more its citizens are likely to engage in philanthropic activities.

The rise of cultural institutions like art museums, opera houses, symphonies, libraries, and public libraries in both major cities and smaller towns.

Organizations dedicated to charitable or public service work, often providing aid to those in need. They can be religious or secular.

The act of hiding or concealing money to avoid paying taxes.

A government's efforts to support people who are struggling financially.

When a person is unable to meet their basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing.

A system where people are free to make their own choices and where the government plays a limited role in the economy.

High taxes can discourage businesses from investing and creating jobs, leading to fewer opportunities in the economy.

Investments that create tangible assets such as factories and office buildings, providing jobs and boosting the economy.

Items that can be easily concealed or moved, such as diamonds, art, or gold, often used as ways to store wealth.