Amelia ParkerWealth Redistribution: Examining the Ethics and PracticalityThe ethical arguments for wealth redistribution often hinges on principles of fairness and justice, and from a moral standpoint, it can…Jun 24Jun 24
Amelia ParkerStrategies for Breaking Free from Intergenerational PovertyIntergenerational poverty is a complex issue requiring both systemic changes as well as individual strategies. I myself grew up in a…Jun 1Jun 1
Amelia ParkerPersonal Reflections on Financial Stability & Its Impact on Well-BeingFor many, like myself, financial stability is not simply a matter of numbers in a bank account but a critical component of mental and…May 11May 11
Amelia ParkerThe Price of Privilege: Acknowledging the Costs of Wealth AccumulationThe narrative of wealth in our society often paints a picture of self-made people who achieve prosperity through hard work and…May 51May 51
Amelia ParkerExploring the Link Between Economic Inequality & Social MobilityFrom my own experiences growing up in a working-class family, it was evident that the ladder to upward mobility wasn’t just steep, but was…Apr 26Apr 26
Amelia ParkerThe Role of Systemic Barriers in Perpetuating Economic InequalityEconomic inequality is not just a statistic that economists calculate, but a lived reality for millions, including myself. Born and raised…Apr 163Apr 163
Amelia ParkerThe Truth Behind Poverty StereotypesThe stereotypes around poverty are pervasive and misleading, oftentimes painting those in economic hardship with broad strokes of laziness…Apr 11Apr 11
Amelia ParkerRaising Consciousness: Educating Others on the Realities of Economic InequalityFrom a young age, I was acutely aware of the differences in opportunities available to those around me. Friends from more affluent…Mar 271Mar 271
Amelia ParkerThe Hidden Costs of Economic InequalityFrom an academic standpoint, economic inequality is often quantified through metrics such as the Gini coefficient, income distribution, and…Mar 23Mar 23