Billionaires versus the world
More or Less: Behind the Stats
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Global Wealth Inequality and Alternative Measures
The chapter scrutinizes the claim about extreme wealth inequality globally, with 62 individuals owning as much wealth as half the world's population. It explores the nuances of measuring wealth distribution, challenges in capturing income disparity accurately, and the power implications of billionaires' unprecedented wealth. The discussion also touches on trends in global inequality, highlighting a reduction over the past decade and the challenges faced in addressing language barriers, particularly among Muslim women in the UK.
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