Why rich people must help fix inequality too

Nick Hanauer's bold argument to his fellow plutocrats. View this email in your browser.

August 12, 2014 Today’s TED Talk Nick Hanauer: Beware, fellow plutocrats, the pitchforks are coming 20:26 minutes · Filmed Aug 2014 · Posted Aug 2014 · TEDSalon NY2014 Nick Hanauer is a rich guy, an unrepentant capitalist — and he has something to say to his fellow plutocrats: Wake up! Growing inequality is about to push our societies into conditions resembling pre-revolutionary France. Hear his argument about why a dramatic increase in minimum wage could grow the middle class, deliver economic prosperity ... and prevent a revolution. Watch now » Quote of the Day “ The opposite of poverty is not wealth. … In too many places, the opposite of poverty is justice." Bryan Stevenson Bryan Stevenson: We need to talk about an injustice Become a Fan on Facebook Follow us @TEDTalks News from the TED community on the TED Blog Get the TED app for iPhone, iPad, and Android

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