Since the start of the pandemic, the richest people in the world have seen their wealth increase drastically. Some argue that this gives these individuals a large amount of power over global politics, compared to normal members of the public.
Others argue that wealthy individuals do not have a bigger influence on politics than members of the public.
Which of the following statements is closest to your view?
*Do you believe your wealth could give you greater access to influence in your national politics?
The concentration of extreme wealth has contributed to the current cost of living crisis.
The concentration of extreme wealth is an urgent global problem that political leaders must deal with now.
Extreme wealth plays no role in our economy.
The majority of taxes raised in most countries around the world comes from working people and consumers (income taxes and consumption taxes such as VAT), with only 4% of tax revenue raised globally coming from wealth.
To what extent do you agree or disagree that ordinary people carry a heavier tax burden than those with extreme wealth?
The majority of taxes raised in most countries around the world comes from working people and consumers (income taxes and consumption taxes such as VAT), with only 4% of tax revenue raised globally coming from wealth.
To what extent do you agree or disagree that governments should tax extreme wealth more heavily than they currently do?