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The Seeds of Economic Inequality: A Political Shift in the 1970s
This chapter explores the historical origins of wealth inequality and the shrinking middle class, particularly highlighting pivotal changes since the 1970s. It examines a key memo from 1971 that prompted corporations to intensify their political involvement, ultimately shaping policies to safeguard their interests and exacerbating economic disparities.
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