Role of government policies in shaping class relations from "summary" of The New Class Conflict by Joel Kotkin
Government policies play a vital role in defining class relations within a society. Policies formulated by the government can either exacerbate or alleviate existing class divisions. For example, tax policies can significantly impact the distribution of wealth among different classes. Progressive tax policies can help reduce income inequality by taxing the wealthy more than the lower-income individuals. Conversely, regressive tax policies can exacerbate class disparities by placing a heavier financial burden on those with lower incomes.
Furthermore, government policies related to education and healthcare can also shape class relations. Public education policies can either level the playing field by providing equa...
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