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Gary Stevenson on taxing the rich and why you're getting poorer

Ways to Change the World with Krishnan Guru-Murthy

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The Taxation Dilemma: Power, Inequality, and Media's Role

This chapter examines the resistance to higher taxation on the wealthy amidst economic struggles of the working class, highlighting a disconnect between elite perspectives and grassroots realities. It critiques the dominance of affluent voices in economic discussions and the media’s failure to educate the public on inequality issues, while calling for genuine political reform. The speaker advocates for tax fairness, emphasizing the need to address wealth distribution and the historical narratives surrounding taxation.

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