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No, our society is not becoming egalitarian
Wealth inequity continues to grow, authoritarian rulers enforce social divides, war continues, and poverty abounds. There is progress in many parts of the world, but society is not becoming more egalitarian.
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- Prejudice and conflicting political views are causing tension in our societyPolitical tensions are on the rise, causing society to become more divided than ever. Social inequalities will continue to cause division all around the world. Though many fight for social equality and the hope for an egalitarian society, racism, homophobia, and sexism still remain deeply rooted in society.
- Wealth inequality contributes to a lack of opportunitiesThere is a huge economic divide, with the richest owning 44 percent of the world’s wealth. An egalitarian society is unattainable as the massive economic gap continues.
- Climate change and global poverty are further dividing societiesExtreme global poverty continues to increase due to the lack of resources in various parts of the world. The lack of resources, such as food and clean drinking water, is primarily linked to climate change. Without the proper resources, the chance of an egalitarian society is less likely.