One of the most abused words in English is privilege. Observe how indiscriminately this word is spoken and written. For example, in some quarters, all straight white men -- without exception -- are said to be privileged, which seems absurd. Practically all we hear about these days is privilege, who has it and who doesn't. Well, not exactly -- because those who are said not to have it are often called "underprivileged." I think it was the late P. T. Bauer, the great free-market development economist, who pointed out how peculiar a word that is. Underprivileged? Wouldn't that mean...
Economics, Featured Articles, Justice, Libertarianism, Politics, Sheldon Richman, TGIF - Feb 25, 2022
TGIF: On Privilege
Sheldon Richman | 4 min read
