January 03, 2012

Richard Wilkinson’s Spirit Level Book: why greater equality makes society stronger

The Spirit LevelImage via Wikipedia

Here, via my new GreenFuturist blog, are some key screen shots from Richard Wilkinson’s book “The Spirit Level” (watch his Ted talk here, or below)
****must read  - Why greater equality makes society stronger 
How much richer are people wilkonson spirit level

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Jan 3, 2012 7:51:53 PM | Consumer Insights, Current Affairs, equality, Green Futures, Made me think, Must-watch

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