income distribution

An investigation of how and why, from the 18th century to the present day, American resistance to the ruling elites has vanished, examining such topics as the rise of American capitalism, visionary attempts to protect the democratic commonwealth, the surrender to contemporary delusional fables of freedom, and the politics of fear.

"Presents a comprehensive set of policies that could bring about a genuine shift in the distribution of income in developed countries. The problem, Atkinson shows, is not simply that the rich are getting richer. We are also failing to tackle poverty, and the economy is rapidly changing to leave the majority of people behind. To reduce inequality, we have to go beyond placing new taxes on the wealthy to fund existing programs. We need fresh ideas. Atkinson thus recommends ambitious new policies in five areas: technology, employment, social security, the sharing of capital, and taxation"--Amazon.com.

Explores the divide between rich and poor in America and how our criminal justice system discriminates against the poor while allowing the rich to get away with their crimes.

A collection of essays on income inequality in the United States.

A collection of essays on income inequality in the United States.

Investigates the nature of extreme poverty in the United States, including some families who live on just two dollars a day per person in their households. Discusses how such extreme poverty comes about in such an affluent country, the unique strategies such families to survive with so little, and what can be done to reverse the fortunes of these families.

Presents a collection of essays about wealth differences from diverse viewpoints, discussing whether such differences are good or bad for the economy and for society, and what if anything should be done about them.

Contains thirteen articles that provide varying perspectives on issues related to the topic of wealth division.

Argues that federal, state, and local governments can and should do something to alleviate poverty and inequality.

Presents a collection of essays that examine opposing views on the issue of social justice, including information on economic, racial, and gender inequality.