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John,
The figures are staggering and undeniable -- in 2023, the world's wealthiest families saw their fortunes surge by $1.5 trillion. Meanwhile, a vast majority of the global population struggles daily to secure basic necessities.
This stark disparity in wealth is a crisis that threatens the fabric of our societies and democracies.
Each year, the World Economic Forum in Davos brings together the most influential leaders from various sectors. Yet, the meeting lacks substantial action on critical issues like the escalating wealth gap. It's time for this to change.
Davos must transform from a platform of rhetoric to one of impactful decision-making, starting with the implementation of a tax on extreme wealth.
Tell Global Leaders at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland: Tax extreme wealth!
The current trajectory of wealth concentration is unsustainable and destabilizing. Without immediate action, the societal rifts will only deepen, with grave consequences for all.
Extreme concentrations exacerbate poverty, limit access to education and healthcare, and hamper economic mobility. It erodes the social contract that underpins stable and prosperous societies.
Implementing a tax on extreme wealth will redistribute resources more equitably, support failing infrastructures, enhance public services, and strengthen our democracies.
This year, at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, it's time for global leaders to take a bold stand against this growing inequality. This will ensure a level playing field where everyone has a fair chance at prosperity and dignity.
Demand leaders at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos tax extreme wealth now.
Together, we can push for policies that address the root cause of the wealth divide.
- Amanda
Amanda Ford, Director
Democracy for America
Advocacy Fund
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