Public choice theory suggests that politicians will be most likely to favor redistribution of income from

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Public choice theory suggests that politicians are most likely to favor policies that benefit well-organized special interest groups over disorganized individuals. This is because organized groups are more likely to make their voices heard and exert influence over policymakers. Redistribution of income from the rich to the poor does not necessarily benefit any particular special interest group, and therefore is less likely to be favored by politicians according to public choice theory. Similarly, policies that benefit middle-income taxpayers are less likely to be prioritized by politicians because they do not represent a concentrated special interest group. Finally, politicians may be influenced by well-organized business and labor groups, but this does not necessarily involve redistribution of income from consumers.

Public Choice Theory Suggests That Politicians Will Be Most Likely