Wealth Inequality

By Xushan Li

Wealth inequality is a form of economic inequality. In recent years, it became a prevalent subject that ranges from the government to minimum wage workers. Many are concerned about the shift of wealth to the top of the population spectrum. Along with the possible outcome it brings.

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Metaphor used:

The cup represents wealth inequality metaphorically. The shape of the cup demonstrates the stability of society. The width of the cup represents the amount of wealth. The height of the cup represents the population. From the richest at the top to the poorest at the bottom.

Intended Meaning:

The cup as whole represents society as a whole. Qualities such as durability, volume, and stableness of the cup are a reflection of society. If the bottom of the population (cup) does not have enough wealth. It will be very hard for the cup to stand.

Source:

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Distribution_of_wealth