In this selection, Sagoff believes that economic analyses alone does not justify environmental issues. Environmental degradation requires more understanding and close monitoring than what economic values stand for. Sagoff believes that public policy does not address the real needs of individuals. We cannnot protect our environment merely under the principle of cost-benefit. Individuals need to be respected as an advocate of ideas and thus safety and workers' health must be regarded and treated as a right. Thursday, November 25, 2010
At the Shrine of our Lady of Fatima or why Political Questions are not all Economic- mark Sagoff
In this selection, Sagoff believes that economic analyses alone does not justify environmental issues. Environmental degradation requires more understanding and close monitoring than what economic values stand for. Sagoff believes that public policy does not address the real needs of individuals. We cannnot protect our environment merely under the principle of cost-benefit. Individuals need to be respected as an advocate of ideas and thus safety and workers' health must be regarded and treated as a right. 
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