Thomas Piketty

Julia Cagé, économiste spécialisée dans l'économie politique, et Thomas Piketty, auteur renommé sur les inégalités économiques, discutent des enjeux cruciaux de la démocratie en France. Ils examinent l'évolution du droit de vote des femmes et les disparités dans la participation électorale. Le duo analyse également l'impact des politiques monétaires sur les inégalités et critique le rôle des médias dans le comportement électoral. Enfin, ils soulignent l'importance des mobilisations sociales pour interroger et transformer le paysage politique actuel.

French economist Thomas Piketty is one of the leading intellectuals documenting inequality, with his 2013 book “Capital in the Twenty-First Century” becoming widely read and cited. His new book, "A Brief History of Equality," is more optimistic: In it, Piketty documents how our world has become relatively more equal since the end of the 18th century. In this unedited conversation, Piketty talks to Bethany and Luigi about the lessons from this movement toward equality and where it could go next – especially regarding policy choices such as taxes, reparations, and redistribution toward more racial, democratic, and global equality. Among others, they discuss: Would people favor massive redistribution? What kind of institutions would be required to oversee markets? Can true progress be achieved without equality?

Thomas Piketty, a renowned economist and author of A Brief History of Equality, discusses the intricate relationship between politics and income inequality. He highlights that the strides toward equality in the 19th and 20th centuries stemmed from social movements rather than economic determinism. Piketty advocates for rectifying past injustices, addresses France's reparations to Haiti, and proposes a minimum inheritance to tackle wealth disparity. He also critiques cultural inequalities and examines the role of public education in driving economic growth.

Dans cet échange fascinant, Thomas Piketty, économiste renommé et auteur du célèbre 'Le Capital au XXIe siècle', explore les liens entre le capitalisme, les inégalités et le changement climatique. Il plaide pour un socialisme écologique, soulignant l'importance d'une fiscalité progressive pour financer la transition écologique. Piketty évoque également l'engagement des jeunes et la nécessité d'une approche globale, intégrant les dimensions sociales dans les stratégies environnementales. Une réflexion éclairante sur notre avenir commun.

Thomas Piketty, an influential economist and author of "Capital in the Twenty-First Century," discusses the evolution of equality through history. He highlights how human societies have, over time, progressed towards greater equality despite setbacks such as wars and imperialism. Piketty emphasizes the importance of addressing historical injustices, notably the case of Haiti, and advocates for educational reforms. He also reflects on the role of book writing in unpacking complex ideas, noting it as a crucial tool for fostering understanding and social justice.