Luxury and wealth perpetuate inequality in society from "summary" of A Discourse Upon the Origin and Foundation of the Inequality Among Mankind. by John James Rousseau, by JEAN-JACQUES. ROUSSEAU
Luxury and wealth have long been the driving forces behind the perpetuation of inequality in society. As individuals amass more wealth and indulge in luxury, they inevitably create a larger divide between themselves and those who are less fortunate. This divide only serves to widen as those with wealth and luxury continue to accumulate more, while those without struggle to make ends meet. The pursuit of luxury and wealth often leads to a sense of entitlement and superiority among the privileged few. They believe that their wealth and status set them apart from the rest of society, leading to a sense o...
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