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Beware, Fellow Plutocrats, the Pitchforks Are Coming

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Overview

Explore a thought-provoking TED Talk where wealthy capitalist Nick Hanauer issues a stark warning to fellow plutocrats about growing inequality. Delve into Hanauer's argument that increasing income disparity could lead to social conditions reminiscent of pre-revolutionary France. Discover his proposed solution of dramatically raising the minimum wage to grow the middle class, foster economic prosperity, and potentially avert a societal upheaval. Gain insights into the pressing issue of wealth inequality and its potential consequences in this 20-minute presentation that challenges conventional economic thinking.

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Beware, fellow plutocrats, the pitchforks are coming | Nick Hanauer

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