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Movements like Occupy Wall Street, Jeremy Corbyn’s leftist populism, Bernie Sanders’ challenge to billionaires, and RFK Jr.’s stand against Big Pharma—all illustrate the widespread dissatisfaction with a system that favors the powerful at the expense of ordinary citizens.
The Democratization of Power and the Role of Elites
A critical point is made regarding the corruption and collusion between big corporations and government elites. Dr. Steve notes that European and American corporations spend billions lobbying governments, which results in legislation that favors the wealthy rather than the common people. He highlights that a majority of Americans perceive the economy as rigged, a consequence of the inextricable alliance between big business and political institutions.