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Explain how Darwinian theories could lead to advocacy of reform as well as advocacy of laissez-faire.

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The solution explains how darwinian theories could lead to advocacy of reform as well as advocacy of laissez-faire.

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Darwinian's theory of evolution and his adopted phrase from Herbert Spencer, "survival of the fittest," could apply to reform and laissez-faire on a local, state, and national level.

DARWIN'S THEORY OF EVOLUTION: Viable organisms must adapt to their situations in order to survive. This could help advocates of reform because they would "reform" or "adapt" programs or concepts in order for them to survive. For example, a local government may wish to streamline its local assistance programs in order ...

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