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  1. This week, Jeff Bezos’ wealth grew by around $12 billion as Amazon’s stock soared. Don’t tell me America’s billionaires can’t afford a wealth tax.
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  2. Here's the truth about tax cuts for the rich. They explode the federal debt, fuel giant profits at the biggest firms and financial institutions, and stoke a surge in billionaire wealth but do nothing for average working people. Nothing trickles down.
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  3. CEO-to-worker pay ratio in 1965: 20-to-1 CEO-to-worker pay ratio in 2020: 366-to-1 CEO-to-worker pay ratio now: 399-to-1 Is it really any mystery why thousands of workers across multiple industries have been on strike?
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  4. This week, Jeff Bezos saw his wealth increase by approximately $12 billion due to a surge in Amazon's stock value. This substantial growth in wealth highlights the significant fortunes amassed by some of America's billionaires. The idea of implementing a wealth tax has been a topic of discussion in various circles. Advocates argue that such a tax could help address economic inequality and fund essential social programs. They point to the vast wealth accumulated by some individuals and argue that they can afford to contribute more to society. However, opponents of a wealth tax raise concerns about its potential impact on investment, economic growth, and capital allocation. They suggest that it might discourage investment and hinder job creation, potentially leading to adverse effects on the economy. As with any policy proposal, there are differing opinions on the effectiveness and consequences of a wealth tax. The debate continues, and policymakers consider a range of options to address income and wealth disparities in the country while also fostering economic growth and prosperity.
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  5. The federal minimum wage for tipped workers has been an abhorrent $2.13 an hour since 1991. Meanwhile, America's 735 billionaires are now worth a collective $4.5 trillion. This is what oligarchy looks like.
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  6. The Republican Party's New Ideology: 1. Power is only legitimate if Republicans wield it. 2. Power must be acquired by any means necessary. 3. The Republican Party is accountable to no one once it has power.
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  7. Ohio will vote in Nov. on a ballot measure to protect the right to abortion. Republicans know they will lose, so they're trying to change the rules. If Issue 1 passes on Tuesday, ballot measures will need to win by 60% instead of just 50%. They're trying to rig the system.
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  8. SCOTUS gutted the Voting Rights Act a decade ago with its ruling in Shelby v. Holder. Since then, GOP lawmakers have passed numerous voter suppression laws. A political party that wants to make it harder to vote is sending a clear message: they can't win on their ideas alone.
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  9. Biden's major investments in manufacturing and infrastructure represent a shift in the structure of the U.S. economy. Rather than relying on tax cuts and trickle-down nonsense, he understands that investment in working people is the key to economic growth. This is a big deal.
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