

Will extreme wealth destroy democracy?
4 snips May 13, 2024
Martin Wolf, Chief Economics Commentator at the Financial Times (FT), discusses the impact of extreme wealth on democracy and capitalism, highlighting the dangers of demagoguery, challenges to democracy, economic disillusionment, and wealth disparity. He explores the connection between extreme wealth concentration and political shifts, advocating for reforms like Universal Basic Income and fairer tax systems to promote positive societal change.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Perils of Demagoguery and Wealth in Democracy
01:58 • 17min
Challenges to Democracy and Economic Transformation
18:37 • 11min
Analysis of Economic Disillusionment and Stagnation
29:55 • 2min
Impact of Extreme Wealth on Democracy and Political Shifts
32:06 • 3min
Discussion on Declining Trust in Systems, Personal Investment, and Economic Policies
35:00 • 6min
Wealth Disparity and Political Disenchantment
40:55 • 5min
The Impact of Extreme Wealth on Democracy
45:27 • 14min
Promoting Reform and Positive Change in Society
59:14 • 15min
Promoting Financial Education and Personal Improvement in the Workplace
01:14:16 • 2min