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The Price of Inequality

How Today's Divided Society Endangers Our Future
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book critically examines the causes and consequences of income inequality in the United States, arguing that the current level of economic disparity undermines democracy, hampers economic growth, and leads to social injustice. It proposes policy solutions to create a more equitable and sustainable economic system that promotes opportunity and reduces the wealth gap.

Key points:

1. Rising Inequality: Stiglitz highlights the growing wealth gap in the U.S., where 1% of Americans control 40% of the wealth, causing economic and political instability.

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