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“Americans have known about mounting inequality and king-sized Wall Street bonuses for years. But we also had an entire genre of journalism dedicated to brushing the problem off.”

Quote by Thomas Frank

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Thomas Frank, born on March 21, 1965, is a renowned American journalist. His career began at The Washington Post, and later he became a staff writer for The New Yorker. Frank is known for his profound insights into American politics and society, often exploring issues of economic inequality, political corruption, and media ethics in his work. more

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