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Why is frugality a virtue?

Why is frugality a virtue?

Update: 2024-07-17
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Why is being frugal a virtue? And where exactly do we draw the line between being “frugal” and being “cheap”? In this episode, Chicago Booth’s John Paul Rollert traces the history of frugality from the 18th century to today, explaining why it continues to be relevant as a moral yardstick.

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Why is frugality a virtue?

Why is frugality a virtue?