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The case for banning...millionaires?

Explain It to Me

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Limitarianism: Imposing Limits on Wealth Accumulation

The chapter explores the concept of Limitarianism, advocating for upper limits on wealth accumulation both politically and personally. It discusses extreme wealth inequality in the US, historical perspectives on wealth distribution, and the incomprehensible wealth of individuals like Leonard Blavatnik. The conversation delves into the moral judgments surrounding wealth distribution, the negative impacts of wealth concentration on society, and the intersection of poverty and inequality.

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