In many countries, the government prioritises economic growth above all other concerns. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this.

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Economic growth is a sphere that receives more attention than any other national domain in many states all over the world. The principal benefits of this phenomenon are lower unemployment and wealthier citizens, and the main downsides are higher costs of living for most and insufficient support for the poorest.