The Grotesque Fruits Of Your Labor (With Evan Osnos)
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Inequality, Yachts, and Billionaire Bunkers
This chapter examines the stark contrasts between the lives of Amazon workers and the opulence of ultra-wealthy individuals, drawing parallels to America's Gilded Age. It explores the phenomenon of conspicuous consumption and the rise of lavish assets like mega yachts, while also addressing the growing trend of billionaire bunkers as a response to societal unrest. Through insights into the motivations behind such extravagant lifestyles, the chapter critiques the disconnect between wealth and social responsibility.
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