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The video discusses the growing economic disparity and wealth polarization, highlighting how the average person's standard of living has stagnated while the wealthiest have seen significant gains. It references a G20 meeting and a publicity stunt to illustrate the concentration of wealth among a small group. The video critiques economic models that favor the wealthy, likening them to a 'heads we win, tails you lose' scenario, particularly in banking and hedge funds.

What is the speaker's view on the impact of globalization and financialization on the average person?

• It has greatly improved their standard of living.

• It has served them very poorly.

• It has only benefited the middle class.

• It has had no significant impact.

What was the purpose of the publicity stunt at the G20 meeting?

• To highlight the wealth concentration among the richest individuals.

• To support global trade agreements.

• To protest against environmental issues.

• To promote public transportation.

How much of the world's wealth is owned by the wealthiest individuals represented in the bus stunt?

• 10%

• 25%

• 42%

• 60%

Since 1966, how has the standard of living for the average American changed?

• It has significantly improved.

• It has declined.

• It has remained the same.

• It has improved slightly.

What economic model does the speaker compare to the 'heads we win, tails you lose' model?

• The real estate model.

• The banking and hedge fund model.

• The manufacturing model.

• The stock market model.