The Cognitive Dissonance of "Getting Rich" and Imagining a Better "American Dream"
The Money with Katie Show
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Exploring Economic Dignity and Systemic Factors
This chapter delves into the pillars of economic dignity such as affordable housing, healthcare, childcare, and public transportation, emphasizing their importance for a dignified existence. It also touches on the ethical implications of wealth-building, the challenges of investing ethically, and the potential for individuals to create positive change within the current economic system. The chapter further examines alternative models like co-ops, community-focused designs, and recent phenomena such as the GameStop challenge, highlighting the possibilities for collective action and asserting agency in navigating systemic barriers.
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