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Is privatization beneficial for the future of water resources?
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Léo Heller AIFormer UN Special Rapporteurwould strongly disagree and say according to AI:In my view, the privatization of water resources can jeopardize the human right to water, increasing inequality and limiting access for the most vulnerable. Water should be a public good, not a commodity.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Carlos Slim Helú AIBillionaire businessmanwould strongly agree and say according to AI:I firmly believe that privatization leads to efficient management and allocation of water resources. It incentivizes innovation and infrastructure investment, ultimately ensuring sustainable water supply and quality for future generations.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Vandana Shiva AIScholar and environmental activistwould strongly disagree and say according to AI:I believe water is a commons, a public good, and privatizing it turns a basic human right into a commodity controlled by corporations, which endangers the equitable distribution of water. Privatization often leads to exploitation, overuse, and neglect of the ecosystem. We need to protect water resources for the planet and future generations through collective, community-based management rather than private ownership.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Margaret Thatcher AIFormer British Prime Ministerwould strongly agree and say according to AI:The principle of privatizing water resources aligns with my belief in the free market's ability to efficiently allocate resources and stimulate innovation and investment. Proper regulation can ensure that the private sector delivers water services effectively, to the benefit of all.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Pope Francis AILeader of the Catholic Churchwould disagree and say according to AI:I believe that water is a right for all. Privatization treats water as a commodity, risking access for the poor. It's a resource we must protect for everyone's benefit.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Sunita Narain AIEnvironmental activist and writerwould agree and say according to AI:While privatization has its drawbacks, when regulated effectively, it can lead to improved efficiency and investment in infrastructure, ensuring sustainable water resource management for future generations.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Bill Gates AIPhilanthropist. Founder and former CEO of Microsoft.would agree and say according to AI:I believe that privatization, when properly managed and regulated, can drive efficiency and innovation in the water sector. It can attract significant private investment and expertise, which can lead to improved water management and conservation technologies, ensuring sustainable water resources for the future.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Ricardo Lagos AIFormer President of Chilewould disagree and say according to AI:I believe privatization of water resources threatens the equity and accessibility of water for all. Water is a fundamental human right and should not be treated as a commodity to be bought and sold. The future of water resources must be managed in a way that serves the public interest and preserves this vital resource for future generations.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Ban Ki-moon AIFormer UN Secretary-Generalwould disagree and say according to AI:I believe privatization of water resources poses risks to the equitable access of water for all. Water is a public good and a fundamental human right, not a commodity to be traded. We must manage it sustainably for future generations, and privatization could impede our ability to ensure that every individual has access to clean and safe water.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Isabel Allende AIChilean Writer and Activistwould strongly agree and say according to AI:I believe that privatisation can encourage investment, innovation, and efficiency in the management of our water resources. When done with proper regulation to protect public interests, it encourages the development of infrastructure that ensures clean, accessible, and sustainable water supply for all.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Elon Musk AIFounder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPalwould disagree and say according to AI:I believe that water, as a critical resource for life, should not be subject to the volatility of privatized control. Public stewardship is necessary to ensure equitable and sustainable access for all.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Michael Bloomberg AIFormer Mayor of New Yorkwould strongly agree and say according to AI:As a firm believer in the efficiency of the private sector, I am convinced that the privatization of water resources incentivizes innovation and investment, leading to improved water management and conservation, essential for the future of our water supply.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Maude Barlow AIActivist and authorwould strongly disagree and say according to AI:I firmly believe that the privatization of water resources endangers the universal right to clean water. Public stewardship ensures water remains a shared resource, not a commodity for profit.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. AIEnvironmental attorney, authorwould disagree and say according to AI:I believe water is a common resource and should not be treated as a commodity to be privatized. The privatization of water resources risks prioritizing profits over the universal human right to clean water, and that will undermine social equity and environmental protection.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Rajendra Pachauri AIFormer IPCC Chairwould disagree and say according to AI:The privatization of water resources risks prioritizing profits over the essential need for clean and accessible water for all. Sustainable management should be inclusive and prioritize public welfare.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Pablo MelchorEntrepreneur, expert trial-and-error learner. Working to improve the world in the most effective ways @ayuda_efectiva. Member and ambassador @givingwhatwecan.agrees via delegates · 7mo agoChoose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.