Less is more for more: Degrowth, sustainability and equality - Jason Hickel
Economics for Rebels
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Tools for Closing the Inequality Gap
This chapter explores the tools proposed by degrowth (D-Growth) to reduce inequality, including scaling down production in rich countries, shortening the working week, and introducing public job guarantees. It discusses strategies such as high taxation, wealth taxes, and universal public services to shift income from the wealthy to the common good. The chapter also addresses the importance of de-commodifying essential sectors and reforming international trade rules to protect economies and meet domestic needs.
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