How do income and wealth inequality affect American society ?

How do income and wealth inequality affect American society ?

Your answer should be based on the readings below and your own research.
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  • Write a minimum of 1200 words, but no more than 2000 words.
  • Write an introduction, describing and explaining income and wealth inequality in the United States.
  • Describe what impact wealth and income inequality have on American society. Discuss at least two viewpoints on wealth and income inequality (provide reasons for or against these viewpoints). You must
  • use at least two academic sources to support your points. Use your own words but include references.
  • Use two examples to illustrate the impact of inequality.
  • Write a conclusion and add your own views.
  • Provide a list of your sources at the end of your essay.

READINGS

Income Inequality

Wealth Inequality


https://www8.gsb.columbia.edu/faculty/jstiglitz/sites/jstiglitz/files/Inequality%20and%20Economic%20Growth.pdf
https://www.ted.com/talks/richard_wilkinson_how_economic_inequality_harms_societies (VIDEO)