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 9 subjects
Here we deal briefly with the 9 subjects, to give a
general indication of how the topic of fiscal policy relates to them. Let
us proceed in sequence, beginning with the first subject, denoted by the
letter B, namely God.
B. God:
Under this topic we can consider, among other things,
how religion interacts with fiscal policy, how fiscal policy can be used
to encourage religious activity for instance by giving tax exemptions ,
or discourage it by applying heavy taxes. How religion influences attitudes
towards taxes, either by encouraging obedience to legitimate authority,
or by objecting to taxes being used to finance things like abortion. What
the Holy Scriptures say about taxes, etc.
C. Angels:
As this is an elementary treatise, let us simply
take the same approach as for subject B. in dealing with fiscal policy.
D. Heaven:
Economic cycles, seasons etc. in economics. Spending
on space programs. How astrological beliefs may influence economics.
E. Rational soul, or man:
Fiscal policy and intellectual property. Fiscal
policy, philosophy and science.
F. Imagination:
Fiscal policy and the arts.
G. Senses:
Fiscal policy's good or bad influence on the cleanness
or pollution of the environment that can be seen, smelled, tasted, heard,
touched.
H. Vegetation:
Fiscal policy and agriculture, forestry, pharmacology
etc.
I. Elements:
Fiscal policy and minerals, meteorology, etc.
K. Instruments
Fiscal policy and the virtues and vices. The instruments
of fiscal policy: laws, institutions, departments etc.
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