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    Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty
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    'Capital in the Twenty-First Century' by Thomas Piketty delves into the concept that wealth capital, rather than income, drives growing inequality, leading to an oligarchic society where the wealthy dictate terms to the less fortunate. Piketty provides a wealth of data on income and wealth disparities, mainly in Western countries, demonstrating a trend of increasing inequality over the years with dire social and political consequences. Through historical perspectives on inflation, capital accumulation, and taxation, Piketty argues for structural changes like a progressive capital tax to combat the rising wealth concentration among the privileged few.

    On August 16, 2012, the South African police intervened in a labor conflict between workers at the Marikana platinum mine near Johannesburg and the mine’s owners: the stockholders of Lonmin, Inc., bas...

  2. 'Free Lunch: How the Wealthiest Americans Enrich Themselves at Government Expense' by David Cay Johnston delves into the intricate web of government subsidies, tax loopholes, and corporate welfare that benefit the elite at the expense of the ordinary citizens. Johnston exposes how the richest individuals and corporations manipulate the system to amass wealth, detailing examples like Warren Buffett's tax deferment and Paris Hilton's inheritance tactics. Through a series of well-documented stories and analyses, the author reveals the extent to which the government caters to the wealthy, resulting in a skewed economic landscape that disadvantages the majority.

    Johnston's writing style in 'Free Lunch' is characterized by meticulous research, compelling storytelling, and a critical examination of the intersection between politics and economics. presents a scathing critique of the current federal tax policies and government practices that perpetuate income inequality and favor the super-rich. By unraveling the layers of corporate greed, government complicity, and societal consequences, Johnston prompts readers to question the fairness of the system and advocates for transparency, accountability, and systemic change.


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