What does income inequality mean to Americans?
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You might have heard the term "income inequality" in politicians' stump speeches or your Economics class, but what does it really mean? This video from BBC News discusses the statistics that show the income gap is growing, and that many Americans are divided on what to do. It's worth thinking about what this disparity means for citizens' mobility and equality.
What do you think growing income inequality means for the concept of the American Dream? Do you believe that government intervention is necessary? If so, what are some measures you would propose or enact? Globally, what are some of the main drivers of income inequality (as well as income growth)? What are ways that international development could ameliorate inequality?
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