Gabriel Zucman and Thomas Piketty: economists shaping European left-wing policies

Gabriel Zucman, Thomas Piketty, and Emmanuel Saez advise left-wing parties in Europe and the United States.

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Their key proposal: implementing a wealth tax on the richest individuals.

They are particularly hopeful about California and France to implement this measure.

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