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Is life a see-saw? Zero-sum thinking and moderation

In: The Ethics of Competition

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This chapter identifies zero-sum thinking as the primary thought behind the rejection of competition. It traces this thinking throughout the Bible, history, and philosophy, from Martin Luther to Kant, Fichte, and Hegel. It contrasts these views with Adam Smith’s conception of bourgeois virtues. The chapter also addresses cultural differences in attitudes towards competition and cites experimental findings.

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  • ., 2019. "Is life a see-saw? Zero-sum thinking and moderation," Chapters, in: The Ethics of Competition, chapter 3, pages 58-106, Edward Elgar Publishing.
    • Handle: RePEc:elg:eechap:18535_3
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