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The idea of "survival of the fittest" suggests that those who are the strongest and most capable will naturally succeed and survive, while those who are weaker will struggle and potentially fail. When applied to policies toward the poor in America, this idea could lead to a belief that those who are struggling financially are simply not capable or strong enough to succeed, and therefore do not deserve assistance or support. This could result in policies that prioritize the interests of big business and wealthy individuals over the needs of the poor. In the context of colonies, this idea could be used to justify the exploitation of resources and labor from weaker or less developed nations.