Money, status, power, and sex in nightclubs around the world (with Ashley Mears)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
Display of Power and Wealth in a Show of Masculinity
The display of power and wealth through controlling and gifting champagne to beautiful women is seen as a show of masculinity, defined by dominance over women, other men, and the ability to burn massive amounts of power and money. The presence of numerous women around wealthy men is presented as a demonstration of their impressiveness. Additionally, a nonprofit organization creates a competitive environment for wealthy men to give away substantial amounts of money in a bid to show who is more charitable, with the aim of leveraging the competition for charitable donations to make the world better.
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