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Democracy in Myanmar cannot be achieved with discrimination and gross violations of human rights.

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Here's something we're rarely told growing up: our world rewards wealth, not hard work or talent.

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The world belongs to the wealthy, and nowhere is this injustice more apparent than in the workplace.

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Corporations are driving down wages and working conditions across the globe to maximize returns for their shareholders. They use their power and influence to ensure the rules align with their interests - no matter the cost.

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We don't want to tell young girls and boys that the odds are stacked against them from the start. Instead, we could tell them that with passion, conviction, and determination we can build a better future. This future is possible by redesigning our economy to truly reward hard work rather than wealth.

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Global governments should start seriously talking about the creation of a World Tax Authority with the mission to ensure that tax systems will deliver for the public interests in all countries.

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Progressive taxation can offset the effect of growing inequality.

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Taxing companies, particularly successful multinational companies, is one of the most progressive forms of taxation.

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Developing countries are losing significant tax revenues through corporate tax dodging.

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The conniving, rich oilmen that were so desperate to prevent and frustrate the Paris Agreement found cheerleaders in Mr. Trump and his party. They choose to protect their profits from a flailing fossil fuel industry over human lives and a clean, inclusive future for us all.

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Biography

Nationality: Unknown

Type: Politician

Born: January 13th, 1959

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