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Podcast: The Way the World Works: A Tuttle Twins Podcast for Families
Episode: Should charity be illegal? Do capitalists really hate the poor?
Description: Should charity be illegal? Do capitalists really hate the poor? Because behind that shocking question is a deeper debate about freedom, compassion, government power, and who should be allowed to help people in need. Charity is supposed to be one of the most universally praised human actions — voluntary, generous, and rooted in compassion. Yet across the country, individuals, churches, and small community groups have been fined or even arrested for feeding the homeless or offering shelter without government permission. In this episode of The Way the World Works, Brittany and Rachel examine real-world ca...