Abigail Disney Says There Is Such a Thing as Too Much Money

Abigail Disney Says There Is Such a Thing as Too Much Money

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses systemic racism and economic inequality, highlighting how tax policies and corporate structures have contributed to wealth concentration. It proposes tax reforms, such as wealth and inheritance taxes, to address these issues. The role of wealthy individuals in driving systemic change is emphasized, along with an analysis of the political system's susceptibility to corporate influence.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a major factor in the racial and economic division caused by the virus?

Recent tax reforms

Systemic policies over decades

Corporate social responsibility

Individual racism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which tax policy is suggested as a first step to address economic inequality?

Reducing corporate taxes

Eliminating income tax

Closing the carried interest loophole

Increasing sales tax

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a proposed benefit of implementing a wealth tax?

Decreasing government revenue

Concentrating wealth further

Reducing the value of work

Funding public services like schools

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What mindset change is necessary among wealthy individuals to address economic disparities?

Prioritizing private over public interests

Understanding their interconnectedness with the broader society

Believing in the separation of their fate from others

Focusing solely on personal wealth accumulation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical figure's ideas contributed to the current corporate mindset?

John Maynard Keynes

Milton Friedman

Karl Marx

Adam Smith

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Powell memo?

To advocate for a more pro-business culture

To support labor unions

To promote environmental regulations

To increase government intervention in markets

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant outcome of the Citizens United decision?

Enhanced power of individual voters

Increased regulation of corporate spending

Reduction in corporate tax rates

Greater influence of moneyed interests in politics