Durable Democracy?
The Problem:
The author investigates whether rising economic inequality, reminiscent of the Gilded Age, undermines democratic accountability.
Data & Methods
- Examines survey data and historical trends related to wealth concentration.
Key Findings
- Economic disparities significantly reduce responsiveness from governing institutions.
- Wealthy segments increasingly influence policy agendas away from public interest.
Why It Matters Now
- The parallels between the Gilded Age and today's economic landscape suggest democratic accountability faces similar contemporary challenges.
