economic justice

American oil tycoon accused of trying to conspire with OPEC to inflate prices

I was shocked, but not surprised, to hear about the American oil tycoon accused of trying to conspire with OPEC to inflate prices. It seems like a classic case of corporate greed at its finest, with little regard for the impact on everyday citizens. The fact that this has been going on for decades only highlights the reality that business leaders will stop at nothing to line their pockets, even if it means putting a strain on the average person’s wallet.

The collusion to artificially inflate prices in major industries is nothing new, but it is still disheartening to see it play out so blatantly.… Continue reading

US Billionaires Have Doubled Their Wealth Since 2017 Trump Tax Overhaul

The state of affairs in America is disheartening and deeply concerning. The fact that US billionaires have doubled their wealth since the 2017 Trump tax overhaul is not only unjust but highlights a glaring issue of wealth inequality in our society. The wealthiest individuals in the country have seen astronomical increases in their net worth, while the average American continues to struggle to make ends meet.

It is outrageous to think that the top 10 US billionaires are all centi-billionaires now, with figures like Jeff Bezos boasting a net worth of $198 billion. This exponential growth in wealth, especially in such a short period, is a direct result of policies that favor the rich at the expense of the majority of Americans.… Continue reading