Problem: Give this person a short and friendly reply, ENSURE YOU START DISCOURSE by asking a question or sparking a conversation about the subject: Milton Friedman views economic inequality as a natural result of free markets, driven by individual choices and opportunities rather than systemic flaws; Friedman advocated for government-sponsored poverty alleviation through the negative income tax (Cole, n.d.). He argues that policy should ensure mobility and opportunity, not eliminate inequality. Thomas Sowell similarly thinks that income disparities often come from factors like education, experience, and personal decisions rather than inherent injustice. Inequality is misunderstood solely through a redistribution lens (Hoover Institution, 2018). Both challenge the idea that income inequality is unjust, suggesting that the best way to reduce poverty is by expanding access to opportunities, not merely redistributing wealth. In my community, inequalities can be addressed by improving education and workforce development and creating pathways for upward mobility, aligning with these perspectives. This approach emphasizes sustainable, long-term solutions to poverty rather than focusing only on redistributive policies.