Inflation, Inequality, and Advertising Antitrust

This chapter explores the impact of inflation and supply chain challenges on consumer behavior and corporate sales, with a focus on Peloton's price hikes. It examines the widening wealth gap exacerbated by uneven stimulus distribution and critiques the regressive tax system affecting the upper middle class. Additionally, the chapter investigates potential antitrust violations in the digital advertising industry, particularly the collaboration between Facebook and Google, drawing parallels with historical cartels.