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The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism (with Martin Wolf)

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Aug 20, 2024
Martin Wolf, chief economics commentator at the Financial Times, discusses the fragile relationship between capitalism and democracy in light of his new book. He highlights how rising inequality and economic policies benefiting the wealthy threaten democracy and the middle class. Wolf advocates for stronger social safety nets and examines immigration's impact on labor markets and societal cohesion. He draws on personal experiences to emphasize the importance of advocating for economic and political change to restore balance in society.
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