Democracy Dies in Darkness
Extreme inequality is commonplace. Why is it accepted?
Published on August 24, 2026
Authored by Jen Cole Wright
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In the year 2026, until July, Elon Musk’s estimated wealth was increasing at a staggering rate, ranging from US$30 million to $100 million per hour. This growth briefly positioned him as the world’s first trillionaire. Contrastingly, the typical American worker earns between $23 and $56 per hour.