This chapter examines the complex ties between major financial firms, especially BlackRock, and U.S. economic policies, revealing how their influence skews benefits towards Wall Street. It discusses the implications of monetary strategies, such as direct quantitative easing, that often neglect the average citizen while enhancing the wealth of financial institutions. Through a critical lens, the chapter highlights the threats posed by concentrated financial power and its impact on democracy and economic equality.

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