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Dr Ben Burgis Vs S.O.D. | How Bad Is Economic Inequality? | Debate Podcast

Jan 10, 2022
Dr. Ben Burgis, a philosophy professor, debates S.O.D. on economic inequality. They discuss its impact on freedom, power imbalance, corruption, CEO pay, and political influence. They also explore consumer protection laws, regulation, and the responsibility of corporations. Additionally, they touch on racial disparities, black culture, and the moral aspects of racially charged language.
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  • Economic inequality leads to large-scale inequalities in political influence.
  • Consumer protection laws help prevent harm caused by unsafe products and ensure product safety standards.

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Economic inequality leads to inequalities in political influence

One objection to economic inequality is that it leads to large-scale inequalities in political influence, as those with concentrated economic power have more resources and power to influence politicians compared to ordinary working-class individuals.

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