Black americans Quote by Rutger Bregman
““We’re indignant that men get paid more than women for doing the same work, and that white Americans earn more than black Americans. But even the 150% racial income gap of the 1930s pales in comparison to the injustices inflicted by our borders. A Mexican citizen living and working in the U.S. earns more than twice as much as a compatriot still living in Mexico. An American earns nearly three times as much for the same work as a Bolivian, even when they are of the same skill level, age, and sex. With a comparable Nigerian, the difference is a factor of 8.5 – and that’s adjusted for purchasing power in the two countries.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Utopia for Realists, 2014
Economic disparities across gender, race, and borders are stark, with global wage gaps far exceeding domestic ones.
In simple terms: Wage gaps are huge worldwide, especially across borders.
Key Takeaway
Address systemic inequality beyond local contexts.
Themes
inequality
economics
globalization
social justice
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
analytical
political
When to use this quote
- international labor markets
- policy advocacy
- academic research
Key Concepts
wage disparity
border economics
policy reform
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could reduce cross‑border wage gaps?
- How do cultural attitudes affect economic equality?
A Different Perspective
Complex geopolitical factors can hinder simple solutions.
