365. Inequality: What Can We Do with Profs Kate Pickett & Richard Wilkinson
Reboot Republic - Rory Hearne by Tortoise Shack Media
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Inequality and Economic Policy Shifts
This chapter explores the rise of income inequality in developed countries post-1980s, driven by neoliberal policies that failed to deliver equitable growth. It advocates for new economic frameworks prioritizing well-being over GDP and proposes comprehensive policies to address inequality, including universal basic income and tax reforms. The chapter also critiques political decisions impacting social welfare and emphasizes the urgent need for responsive government actions to tackle these enduring disparities.
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