Daniel Shapiro

In this insightful discussion, Daniel Shapiro, an Associate Professor of Philosophy at West Virginia University and author of 'Is the Welfare State Justified?', tackles the complexities of the welfare state. He critiques advocates' unintended support for market solutions while questioning fairness and intergenerational equity in welfare systems. Shapiro also emphasizes the significance of contractual rights in retirement and explores the conflict between coercive policies and market alternatives, inviting a broad ideological dialogue on personal responsibility and informed healthcare choices.