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Finance
The G7 meeting of finance ministers in London has reached a "historical agreement...to reform the global tax system to make fit for the global digital age...". Led by Janet Yellen, the US Treasury Secretary, the new rule announced by the Group of Seven means a 15% minimum global tax on …
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To get the wealthy to pay more tax, first we need to work out why they avoid it
Finance
It is important to distinguish a few concepts before diving into the issue of tax avoidance. First, wealth does not equal income. Second, tax avoidance and tax evasion are different in their legal implication as the former is legal while the latter is not. As to why people of such …
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The rise of the tech giants in the modern age has further compounded the issue of companies not paying enough in taxes. But let’s break that down a bit, first of all, the big companies you are thinking of, Amazon, Apple, Google, etc. do pay their taxes, however, as they …
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There’s Another Way to Pay for Infrastructure Projects
Finance
The American Society for Civil Engineers (ASCE) notes how 45,000 bridges in the US are structurally deficient. Further, there is a water main break every two minutes in the US. These aspects illustrate the need to invest in more infrastructure. Traditionally, infrastructure projects are financed with bonds, taxes, loans and …
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What Happens When the 1% Go Remote
Finance
Although many dislike the uber rich for exacerbating urban issues, such as high housing costs, cities around the world need them more than they may know. #Economy #RealEstate @CityLab A vast majority of the 1% are currently trading home addresses around the world and although many dislike them for exacerbating …
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It’s Time to Right Historical Wrongs by Investing in Black Teachers
Education
With the Biden-Harris administration in office, it is perhaps opportune to right the wrongs done to Black Teachers. The 1954 Brown v. Board of Education decision, which ruled school segregation unconstitutional, while has marked a monumental step towards equitable educational opportunities for Black Students, has had Black teachers and schools …
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The Man Challenging India’s Caste System- Bloomberg Quicktake
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity Education Video
The Caste System in India is still having a clear effect on Indian Society despite being outlawed over seven decades ago. Almost one fifth of India’s population are considered to be on the lowest rung of the caste ladder and often find themselves marginalized with a poor education and little …
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