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Polly Toynbee

Inequality makes everyone unhappy, the poor most of all, and that is well within the remit of the state. More money gives less extra happiness the richer we get, yet we are addicted to earning and spending more every year.

Polly Toynbee

Happiness

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When people see big gaps between rich and poor, it causes unhappiness for everyone, especially those with less, and the government should address this issue. Although having more money brings smaller increases in happiness as people get wealthier, society still keeps pushing for constant earning and spending.

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