Doesn't Everyone Deserve a Chance at a Good Life?

Explore a thought-provoking TED Talk that delves into the global rise of aspirations and the challenges of meeting them with opportunity. Learn about the World Bank Group's efforts to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity through innovative approaches to investment and development. Discover how smartphones and the internet have fueled unprecedented aspirations worldwide, and understand the potential consequences if these aspirations are met with frustration. Gain insights into the speaker's personal journey, from founding Partners in Health to leading the World Bank Group, and how these experiences shaped his vision for global development. Examine the impact of the Fourth Industrial Revolution on economic growth and job creation, and consider proposed solutions for generating the massive investments needed to meet rising expectations. Reflect on the importance of investing in entrepreneurs and creating opportunities for all in the pursuit of a better world.

Intro
The rise of aspirations
My personal story
The beginning of Partners in Health
A preferential option for the poor
Partners in Health
The Lazarus Effect
The Fourth Industrial Revolution
How will we do 78 trillion
Does this work
My proposal
My story
Investing in entrepreneurs