The Triumph of Injustice

How the Rich Dodge Taxes and How to Make Them Pay

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The book examines the stark disparity in tax burdens between the wealthy and working-class Americans, revealing that the rich now pay lower tax rates than in the 1920s. Economists Emmanuel Saez and Gabriel Zucman conduct a thorough analysis of the factors contributing to this shift, including the exemptions for capital owners, the rise of tax avoidance strategies, and international tax competition. Their investigation highlights the deliberate policy decisions and missed opportunities that have allowed this inequality to flourish, offering critical insights into the current economic landscape.

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The Triumph of Injustice, Gabriel Zucman, Emmanuel Saez

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Title: The Triumph of Injustice
Subtitle: How the Rich Dodge Taxes and How to Make Them Pay
Language: English
Authors: Gabriel Zucman, Emmanuel Saez
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Released: 2019
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 232
ISBN10: 1324002727
ISBN13: 9781324002727
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Categories: Non-Fiction History
True Stories History
Non-Fiction Social Sciences Political Science & Politics
Non-Fiction Business & Management Economics
Tags: Historical Themes, Business, Politics, Gifts for grandpa, Society, Finance
Rating: 4.3 out of 5
Description: The book examines the stark disparity in tax burdens between the wealthy and working-class Americans, revealing that the rich now pay lower tax rates than in the 1920s. Economists Emmanuel Saez and Gabriel Zucman conduct a thorough analysis of the factors contributing to this shift, including the exemptions for capital owners, the rise of tax avoidance strategies, and international tax competition. Their investigation highlights the deliberate policy decisions and missed opportunities that have allowed this inequality to flourish, offering critical insights into the current economic landscape.