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NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Exclusive | Girlfriend of late star Philip Seymour Hoffman joins other wealthy lefties in Zohran Mamdani campaign ad

Mimi O'Donnell endorses Zohran Mamdani's progressive platform, emphasizing the need for wealthy supporters to aid the Democratic Socialist agenda.
#oligarchy
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Democracy Dies at "The Washington Post"

Bezos argues for more attention to billionaire capitalism, despite criticism of wealth inequality and historical skepticism of oligarchy.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Why I Won't Be Watching the Clown Show That Will Be Trump's Inauguration

Biden's farewell address emphasized the dangers of a growing 'tech-industrial complex' threatening public discourse and democracy.
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival"

The wealth gap has dramatically increased post-2024 election, sparking concern over an oligarchic shift in democracy.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Bernie Sanders Has to Ask Three Times If Trump's Billionaire Treasury Secretary Nominee Agrees The U.S. Is An Oligarchy

The U.S. faces unprecedented wealth and income inequality, contributing to oligarchic dynamics that threaten democracy.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Trump Is Waging War on the Poor

The wealth of the richest surged by $64 billion post-Trump's 2024 election win, indicating an oligarchic shift in governance.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Democracy Dies at "The Washington Post"

Bezos argues for more attention to billionaire capitalism, despite criticism of wealth inequality and historical skepticism of oligarchy.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Why I Won't Be Watching the Clown Show That Will Be Trump's Inauguration

Biden's farewell address emphasized the dangers of a growing 'tech-industrial complex' threatening public discourse and democracy.
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival"

The wealth gap has dramatically increased post-2024 election, sparking concern over an oligarchic shift in democracy.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Bernie Sanders Has to Ask Three Times If Trump's Billionaire Treasury Secretary Nominee Agrees The U.S. Is An Oligarchy

The U.S. faces unprecedented wealth and income inequality, contributing to oligarchic dynamics that threaten democracy.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Trump Is Waging War on the Poor

The wealth of the richest surged by $64 billion post-Trump's 2024 election win, indicating an oligarchic shift in governance.
more#oligarchy
#bernie-sanders
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Sanders: 1 Percent Has Sapped $79T in Wealth From Bottom 90 Percent Since 1975

$3.9 trillion was taken from the bottom 90% of Americans in 2023, highlighting grave wealth inequality.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

That's rich: AOC, Bernie Sanders caught on video exiting $15K-per-hour private jet to attend 'Fighting Oligarchy' rally

Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders criticize wealth inequality while traveling on a private jet, highlighting hypocrisy in their campaign against the elite.
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Sanders: 1 Percent Has Sapped $79T in Wealth From Bottom 90 Percent Since 1975

$3.9 trillion was taken from the bottom 90% of Americans in 2023, highlighting grave wealth inequality.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

That's rich: AOC, Bernie Sanders caught on video exiting $15K-per-hour private jet to attend 'Fighting Oligarchy' rally

Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders criticize wealth inequality while traveling on a private jet, highlighting hypocrisy in their campaign against the elite.
more#bernie-sanders
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

"He Is A Poop Stain On The Underwear Of Society": People Share Their Honest Opinions Of Elon Musk

The dismantling of social programs is creating widespread discontent against rich influencers like Elon and misconceptions pushed by political leaders.
#billionaires
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Wealth of the World's Billionaires Surged by $10 Billion Per Day in January

Extreme wealth is accelerating, concentrating power among a few billionaires, exacerbating inequality.
There is a pressing need to tax the wealthy to address disparity and fund essential initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

The Trump Billionaires Who Run the Economy and the Things They Say

Billionaires in power often exhibit a disconnect from the financial struggles of average Americans.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Billionaires growing richer faster than before, says Oxfam DW 01/20/2025

Wealth inequality is sharply increasing, with billionaires shaping economic policies, leading to the forecast of trillionaires emerging within the next decade.
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago
Portland

The 10 digit money hoarder

Billionaires hoard wealth while essential workers suffer from stagnant wages, especially in a post-pandemic economy.
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Wealth of the World's Billionaires Surged by $10 Billion Per Day in January

Extreme wealth is accelerating, concentrating power among a few billionaires, exacerbating inequality.
There is a pressing need to tax the wealthy to address disparity and fund essential initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

The Trump Billionaires Who Run the Economy and the Things They Say

Billionaires in power often exhibit a disconnect from the financial struggles of average Americans.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Billionaires growing richer faster than before, says Oxfam DW 01/20/2025

Wealth inequality is sharply increasing, with billionaires shaping economic policies, leading to the forecast of trillionaires emerging within the next decade.
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago
Portland

The 10 digit money hoarder

Billionaires hoard wealth while essential workers suffer from stagnant wages, especially in a post-pandemic economy.
more#billionaires
#government-spending
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

How the Trump Administration Is Taxing the IRS

Cuts to the IRS are expected to cost the U.S. government trillions in lost revenue, adversely affecting essential services and increasing deficits.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

From more tax to rewriting budget rules: six alternative ways Rachel Reeves could raise money

Rachel Reeves faces criticism for conservative fiscal strategies that may harm vulnerable populations amid rising wealth inequality.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

How the Trump Administration Is Taxing the IRS

Cuts to the IRS are expected to cost the U.S. government trillions in lost revenue, adversely affecting essential services and increasing deficits.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

From more tax to rewriting budget rules: six alternative ways Rachel Reeves could raise money

Rachel Reeves faces criticism for conservative fiscal strategies that may harm vulnerable populations amid rising wealth inequality.
more#government-spending
#income-tax
from99% Invisible
2 weeks ago
US Elections

I've Got 1099 Problems... - 99% Invisible

The complexity of the American tax system is deeply rooted in its historical evolution and social dynamics.
from99% Invisible
2 weeks ago
US Elections

I've Got 1099 Problems... - 99% Invisible

The complexity of the American tax system is deeply rooted in its historical evolution and social dynamics.
more#income-tax
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Don't worry, gen Z! A billionaire boomer says your lives are going to be great | Arwa Mahdawi

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon believes Gen Z's future will be bright, despite current challenges.
#oxfam
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Wealthy Could Dodge $30M in Taxes Every Day Under Trump-Musk Plan to Gut IRS

Cutting IRS staff could cost the U.S. $395 billion in a decade and enable the rich to evade taxes.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

World's Richest 1 Percent Have Already Surpassed Their Carbon Budget for 2025

The ultra-wealthy disproportionately contribute to climate change, exceeding their carbon budget almost immediately in 2024.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Business

World Will Have Five Trillionaires Soon

Wealth inequality is rising dramatically, with the richest 1% owning 45% of global wealth and millions living in poverty.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Wealthy Could Dodge $30M in Taxes Every Day Under Trump-Musk Plan to Gut IRS

Cutting IRS staff could cost the U.S. $395 billion in a decade and enable the rich to evade taxes.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

World's Richest 1 Percent Have Already Surpassed Their Carbon Budget for 2025

The ultra-wealthy disproportionately contribute to climate change, exceeding their carbon budget almost immediately in 2024.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Business

World Will Have Five Trillionaires Soon

Wealth inequality is rising dramatically, with the richest 1% owning 45% of global wealth and millions living in poverty.
more#oxfam
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Tale of Two Cities: Report Finds Stark Racial Wealth Gap Among New Yorkers

Wealth accumulation is significantly more difficult for Latino and Black New Yorkers compared to their white counterparts.
The median wealth for Latino and Black New Yorkers is alarmingly low, highlighting stark racial wealth disparities.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Tale of Two Cities: Report Finds Stark Racial Wealth Gap Among New Yorkers

Wealth accumulation is significantly more difficult for Latino and Black New Yorkers compared to their white counterparts.
The median wealth for Latino and Black New Yorkers is alarmingly low, highlighting stark racial wealth disparities.
more#new-york-city
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Chat Relentlessly Mocks Katy Perry's "Space Trip"

The recent all-female space flight event was criticized as a media superficiality rather than a significant achievement in space exploration.
OMG science
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Want to stay young? Peter Diamandis says survive the next 10 years | TechCrunch

Peter Diamandis envisions a future of abundance through technology but faces criticism for overlooking wealth inequality.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

GOP's Plan to Give Tax Breaks to the Rich Is Now Projected to Cost $7 Trillion

GOP tax cut proposals could cost $7 trillion, disproportionately benefiting the wealthy and corporations.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

The 10 Biggest Reasons the National Debt Is On Everyone's Mind

The national debt poses significant risks to the U.S. economy, especially as it surpasses GDP and prompts concerns from experts.
#philanthropy
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Bill Gates isn't the first billionaire to try to save the world-and he'll fail for the same reasons the robber barons did

Bill Gates holds a paternalistic view that his wealth is beneficial, contrasting with other billionaires who face scrutiny.
Modern tech leaders justify wealth concentration by promising social benefits through philanthropy.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tech founder pledges to give away half his wealth to 'share' the American dream, address inequality

Jeff Atwood's philanthropy aims to combat wealth inequality and restore faith in the American dream.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Bill Gates isn't the first billionaire to try to save the world-and he'll fail for the same reasons the robber barons did

Bill Gates holds a paternalistic view that his wealth is beneficial, contrasting with other billionaires who face scrutiny.
Modern tech leaders justify wealth concentration by promising social benefits through philanthropy.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tech founder pledges to give away half his wealth to 'share' the American dream, address inequality

Jeff Atwood's philanthropy aims to combat wealth inequality and restore faith in the American dream.
more#philanthropy
#elon-musk
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Elon Musk Vows DOGE Probe Into These Strangely Wealthy' Dems: How Do They Get $20M?'

Elon Musk initiated an investigation into how Democratic lawmakers accumulate wealth despite modest salaries, hinting at corruption linked to taxpayer money.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ex-Trump Chief of Staff Claims Elon Musk Was Born Poor'

Wealth inequality is less concerning to people than their standard of living and social mobility, according to Mick Mulvaney.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Elon Musk Vows DOGE Probe Into These Strangely Wealthy' Dems: How Do They Get $20M?'

Elon Musk initiated an investigation into how Democratic lawmakers accumulate wealth despite modest salaries, hinting at corruption linked to taxpayer money.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ex-Trump Chief of Staff Claims Elon Musk Was Born Poor'

Wealth inequality is less concerning to people than their standard of living and social mobility, according to Mick Mulvaney.
more#elon-musk
#tax-policy
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

I make over $200,000 a month but pay basically nothing in salary taxes

Criticism of the wealthy avoiding taxes often overlooks the complexity of income types, such as profit sharing and passive income.
Many business owners use profit sharing, which can lead to misconceptions about their tax contributions.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago
philosophy

Inheritance & Welfare

Republican tax reforms significantly increased the estate tax threshold, benefiting the wealthy amidst growing wealth inequality.
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

I make over $200,000 a month but pay basically nothing in salary taxes

Criticism of the wealthy avoiding taxes often overlooks the complexity of income types, such as profit sharing and passive income.
Many business owners use profit sharing, which can lead to misconceptions about their tax contributions.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago
philosophy

Inheritance & Welfare

Republican tax reforms significantly increased the estate tax threshold, benefiting the wealthy amidst growing wealth inequality.
more#tax-policy
Venture
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Private Equity Firms Tighten Stranglehold on US, Angling for Boons Under Trump

Private equity firms prioritize profit extraction over long-term viability of companies, impacting various sectors negatively.
Social justice
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Did Baby Boomers Really Ruin the Balance of Economic Inequality?

The 'OK boomer' phrase highlights generational frustration toward Baby Boomers and suggests a deeper look into the roots of economic inequality.
NYC politics
fromNew York Focus
2 months ago

New York's Ultra-Orthodox Yeshivas Challenge New State Education...

New York's wealth and inequality reflect a complex socio-economic landscape that is often overlooked.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Billionaire Investor Warns America Could Have 'Economic Heart Attack' If This Is Not Fixed in 3 Years

Ray Dalio warns that failing to reduce the government deficit to 3% of GDP could lead to an economic crisis.
#populism
Business
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Trump fills his government with billionaires after running on a working-class message

Trump's administration is filled with wealthy individuals, posing questions about his populist promises and potential conflicts of interest.
Business
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Trump fills his government with billionaires after running on a working-class message

Trump's administration is filled with wealthy individuals, posing questions about his populist promises and potential conflicts of interest.
more#populism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Estate of one of Britain's richest women fined 28k for water use during drought

Illegal water use during drought highlights environmental accountability issues among wealthy landowners.
#drama
fromPolygon
3 months ago
Video games

Paradise is a murder mystery with a big, fulfilling secret

Paradise delivers a gripping narrative that critiques the influence of wealth in politics while intertwining mystery and character arcs, reminiscent of an airport thriller.
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Squid Game:' Season 1 Recap: What to Remember Before Season 2

Squid Game season 2 premieres on December 26, continues exploring themes of wealth inequality and desperation.
fromPolygon
3 months ago
Video games

Paradise is a murder mystery with a big, fulfilling secret

Paradise delivers a gripping narrative that critiques the influence of wealth in politics while intertwining mystery and character arcs, reminiscent of an airport thriller.
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Squid Game:' Season 1 Recap: What to Remember Before Season 2

Squid Game season 2 premieres on December 26, continues exploring themes of wealth inequality and desperation.
more#drama
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

What Trump Voters Want for the Future of America

The inauguration of a president starkly contrasts the experiences of loyal voters versus elite attendees.
from48 hills
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

In Davos, even some millionaires realize that economic inequality is a threat to democracy - 48 hills

Wealthy participants at Davos acknowledge the need for higher taxes on the rich to combat global issues, marking a shift in discourse.
Artificial intelligence
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Biggest Moments from the 2025 TIME100 Dinner in Davos

The future of AI requires serious consideration of its limits and implications, particularly regarding wealth concentration and societal impact.
#consumerism
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
3 months ago

It's Time to Stop Fetishizing Capitalism

Capitalism is an obsessive fixation that distorts reality, perpetuates inequality, and overlooks the suffering of the many in favor of the few.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
3 months ago
Design

Simon Cracker Fall/Winter 2025 Le Perle ai Porci

Simon Cracker's collection critiques the irony of wealth and consumerism in fashion, highlighting the divide between the rich and the poor.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
3 months ago

It's Time to Stop Fetishizing Capitalism

Capitalism is an obsessive fixation that distorts reality, perpetuates inequality, and overlooks the suffering of the many in favor of the few.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
3 months ago
Design

Simon Cracker Fall/Winter 2025 Le Perle ai Porci

Simon Cracker's collection critiques the irony of wealth and consumerism in fashion, highlighting the divide between the rich and the poor.
more#consumerism
fromEater LA
3 months ago
LA food

Rick Caruso Allegedly Hired Private Firefighters to Protect Restaurants Inside His Pacific Palisades Development

Billionaire Rick Caruso hired private firefighters to protect his property during the Palisades fire, igniting debate on the ethics of wealth in disaster response.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

I'm 24 with $18 million - should I invest in international properties to expand my portfolio?

Wealthy investors often purchase cheap properties, exacerbating housing affordability issues for those struggling to find homes.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Parenting

27 Confessions From A Scholarship Student At A School For The Super-Rich

r/AMA provides valuable insights, empathy, and diverse perspectives, contrasting personal experiences with wealth realities in different social strata.
fromAxios
4 months ago
Business

Americans under 40 are richer than ever, but still feeling money woes

Young Americans are wealthier than ever yet feel economically fragile due to rising costs and job market challenges.
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