How do we solve this dilemma? Assuming capitalism is based on a mutual system of trust among consumers and producers, employers and employees, is one justified in breaking a contract even if it's in the pursuit of happiness? If we used Kant's Categorical Imperative, wouldn't society then break down and cease to function because no one could place any faith in the contracts? Yes or no?

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How do we solve this dilemma?  Assuming capitalism is based on a mutual system of trust among consumers and producers, employers and employees, is one justified in breaking a contract even if it's in the pursuit of happiness?  If we used Kant's Categorical Imperative, wouldn't society then break down and cease to function because no one could place any faith in the contracts?  Yes or no?

Ms. Sue · Answer

I don't agree with the premise. I don't think capitalism is based on any system of trust.

Writeacher · Answer

Ms. Sue is right, I think. Trust has little to do with it!

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