Critique of the Trickle-down Theory by William Blum

„The "trickle-down" theory: the principle that the poor, who must subsist on table scraps dropped by the rich, can best be served by giving the rich bigger meals.“

William BlumWilliam Blum critiques the trickle-down theory, describing its effects on the poor and the rich.
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William Blum was an American author and critic of United States foreign policy.

A critical view of the 'trickle-down' theory from a socio-political perspective by William Blum.


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William Blum quote critiquing the trickle-down theory

William Blum (1933–2018) initially worked for the U.S. State Department, which he left in 1967 because of his opposition to the Vietnam War. He later became a writer and co-founded the underground newspaper Washington Free Press. He was particularly known for his critical research into CIA covert operations and U.S. foreign policy.

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