"In class we considered a simple example where a majority of voters rationally oppose liberalization ex ante (that is, before implementation), even though liberalization would benefit a majority of voters if implemented. Could the opposite also happen – that is, a majority of voters favoring liberalization ex ante even though it would hurt a majority of voters if implemented? If that is not possible, explain why. If that is possible, illustrate it with a numerical example."

It is definitely possible that the opposite of this question occurs. It is possible that a majority of voters might support liberalization even though it would hurt a lot of voters if implemented. This is because people do not always have their best interest at heart. Sometimes, this is because of poor information (people might not realize that something benefits them/affects them) while some other times it is because other factors do not let people see the truth (such as intense ideological or religious feeling).

i am a priest who cares deeply about the church. i have been called here to explain my views on indulgences and other proposed reforms. i would like to explain why my views are consistent with the bible and are correct.

answer; george herbert mead;