wealth-concentration
The disproportionate accumulation of wealth by a tiny elite, exemplified by 450 individuals holding as much wealth as the bottom three billion people.
1 chapter across 1 book
"Only the Super-Rich Can Save Us!" (2009)Ralph Nader
In Chapter 1, seventeen ultra-wealthy individuals, led by Warren Buffet, gather to confront global crises and the ethical imperative for the super-rich to enact transformative change. They critique traditional philanthropy, emphasize the urgency of rapid social and economic reform, and propose innovative strategies including reclaiming commonwealth assets, fostering grassroots organizations through closed-loop approaches, and engaging publicly with transparency. The group also explores provocative political actions, media strategies, and coalition-building to maintain offensive momentum in addressing systemic economic imbalances and advancing justice.