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Apr 23, 2026
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Is Capitalism Delivering For The Majority? - ft. Steve Kaplan
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Capital Isn't
Bethany McLean
(Host, Capital Isn't)
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Luigi Zingales
(Host, Capital Isn't)
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Steve Kaplan
(Neubauer Family Distinguished Service Professor…)
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Executive Summary
The episode presents a debate on the success of American capitalism, contrasting strong macroeconomic indicators with widespread public dissatisfaction and negative social outcomes.
Professor Steve Kaplan argues that U.S.
capitalism has been remarkably successful, citing significant after-tax income growth for all quintiles, a dramatic reduction in absolute poverty, and unparalleled innovation compared to a stagnant Europe.
Hosts Luigi Zingales and Bethany McLean challenge this view by highlighting extreme income inequality, the devastating social costs of events like the 'China shock' and the opioid crisis, and low social mobility.
The discussion explores the critical role of the government in setting the rules for capitalism, providing a safety net, and the risk of corporate influence corrupting regulatory processes.
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