Against the Grain

Our Gilded Age

Economic inequality in the United States is vast and unyielding. Despite much fanfare about tight labor markets and wage growth, the top 1% own more wealth than the entire middle 60% of households by income. How did we get here? Historian Steve Fraser discusses capitalism, class, and our new gilded age.

Playlist

Artist Song Album Label
Dhamaal SoundsystemR/evolutionDhamaal SoundsystemDhamaal SF - Surya Vault Records
Pete RockA Little SoulPetestrumentals - 10th Anniversary Expanded & Limited EditionBBE
L'EskoLe groove dans le sangRechercheiMusician Digital