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Isaacson notes that today, we are witnessing more wealth concentrated at the top than the underprivileged masses—an imbalance that fuels social tensions and political instability. The current climate echoes historical patterns where significant disparities in wealth and opportunity provoke demands for reform and greater equity.
According to Isaacson, “there’s a lot of people who are trying to grapple with the larger philosophical questions in our country.” The debate isn't just about Musk's pay but also about the sustainability of such wealth disparities and their repercussions on democracy and societal cohesion.