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Prompt: “Second Gilded Age” How have recent economic developments affected Americans? Examine the sources on income, benefits, worker productivity, corporate wealth, and social mobility (covered in the final “Problem”). Also consider the broad economic trends and policies in the United States since 1970 (as discussed in class readings). Which factors stand out to you as most significant? Do you agree with economist Robert Reich that there is a correlation between the rising wealth of the top 1% and the declining wealth and status of workers? Has the US entered a “Second Gilded Age”? Why or why not? What are your reasons for your conclusion? (Remember you must not only analyze the charts and trends, but also explain why these trends have occurred by analyzing evidence from our class historical readings.)

This is a four-page essay (typed, double-spaced, 12 pt. Times font). You must present a clear thesis (argument) as your response to the question(s). You may wish to include brief quotations and must cite specific references to passages of the readings to support your conclusions. Be sure to use quotation marks where necessary and cite sources (Author, page) in your essay text.