How Economic Inequality Harms Societies
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the profound impacts of economic inequality on society in this thought-provoking TED talk by Richard Wilkinson. Delve into hard data and compelling evidence that illustrates how large income gaps between rich and poor correlate with negative societal outcomes. Discover the far-reaching consequences of economic disparity on public health, life expectancy, and fundamental social values like trust. Gain insights into why societies with significant wealth disparities may be fundamentally flawed and learn about the tangible effects on various aspects of human life. Challenge your understanding of income inequality and its wide-ranging implications for social well-being in this eye-opening 17-minute presentation.
Syllabus
How economic inequality harms societies | Richard Wilkinson
Taught by
TED
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