#disparity — Public Fediverse posts

From #OWID: "What is the most #unequal country in South America? It depends on what metric you look at"

https://ourworldindata.org/data-insights/what-is-the-most-unequal-country-in-south-america-it-depends-on-what-metric-you-look-at

In my country, #Peru, 0.1% gets 22% of the income. Extremely unequal.

#SouthAmerica #Economics #Disparity

From #OWID: "What is the most #unequal country in South America? It depends on what metric you look at"

https://ourworldindata.org/data-insights/what-is-the-most-unequal-country-in-south-america-it-depends-on-what-metric-you-look-at

In my country, #Peru, 0.1% gets 22% of the income. Extremely unequal.

#SouthAmerica #Economics #Disparity

From #OWID: "What is the most #unequal country in South America? It depends on what metric you look at"

https://ourworldindata.org/data-insights/what-is-the-most-unequal-country-in-south-america-it-depends-on-what-metric-you-look-at

In my country, #Peru, 0.1% gets 22% of the income. Extremely unequal.

#SouthAmerica #Economics #Disparity

From #OWID: "What is the most #unequal country in South America? It depends on what metric you look at"

https://ourworldindata.org/data-insights/what-is-the-most-unequal-country-in-south-america-it-depends-on-what-metric-you-look-at

In my country, #Peru, 0.1% gets 22% of the income. Extremely unequal.

#SouthAmerica #Economics #Disparity

From #OWID: "What is the most #unequal country in South America? It depends on what metric you look at"

https://ourworldindata.org/data-insights/what-is-the-most-unequal-country-in-south-america-it-depends-on-what-metric-you-look-at

In my country, #Peru, 0.1% gets 22% of the income. Extremely unequal.

#SouthAmerica #Economics #Disparity

If America's So Rich, How'd It Get So Sad?

https://www.derekthompson.org/p/if-americas-so-rich-howd-it-get-so

#HackerNews #Wealth #Social #Issues #Mental #Health #Economic #Disparity

Why are executives enamored with AI, but ICs aren't?

https://johnjwang.com/post/2026/03/27/why-are-executives-enabled-with-ai-but-ics-arent/

#HackerNews #executives #AI #ICs #technology #leadership #disparity

Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed.
-- Herman Melville

⬆ #Wisdom #Quotes #HermanMelville #Disparity #Humanity #Poverty #Wealth

⬇ #Photography #Panorama #LakePowell #SlickRock #Canyon #Utah

Anatomy of US inequality

https://www.nber.org/papers/w34558

#HackerNews #Anatomy #of #US #inequality #inequality #income #disparity #social #justice #economic #analysis #wealth #gap

After experiencing my second ER visit in a lifetime, (I'm ok now, thanks), I have learned that there are two types of ERs -- one for privileged people and the other for the rest. Night and Day. The difference between the two I visited was shocking to me although it shouldn't''t have been. #Health #Disparity

Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed.
-- Herman Melville

⬆ #Wisdom #Quotes #HermanMelville #Disparity #Humanity #Poverty #Wealth

⬇ #Photography #Panorama #Sunrise #LakeSantaFe #Florida

And lastly, leaving you all with this essay by #DuskinWayne. The key takeaway I got from this is that wanting to achieve success isn't limited to capitalistic / selfish pursuits -- it can be utilized to create #ABetterWorld for everyone and the planet. (Note -- I don't agree with everything Duskin Wayne says, but I found it interesting in terms of thinking about 'what is human nature'?)

#StabilizedWorld: Social Welfare vs. Independent Pursuit of Success

Published 2025

"Imagine a future where technology has solved many of the world’s biggest problems, creating a society that is more stable and equitable. MIT’s Fourth Scenario, the 'Stabilized World,' envisions a society where basic needs—like healthcare, education, and income—are guaranteed for everyone. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, labor has been redefined, allowing people to focus on what truly matters to them. In this world, the question becomes: Is happiness found in the security of a welfare state, or in the personal achievements that come from pursuing one’s own version of success? According to the scenario, this societal stability follows a period of collapse that is predicted to occur between 2030 and 2060, as we face #EnvironmentalCrises and economic #disparity.

"In this future, social welfare isn’t just a safety net but a foundational element of society. No longer do individuals need to fear falling into poverty or being excluded from opportunities. With a guaranteed basic income and universal access to essential services, people are free to explore their passions, whether that’s launching a startup, creating art, or dedicating time to personal development. This system allows for creativity and innovation to flourish, but it also raises a fundamental question: What drives happiness—personal success or the stability that comes from being part of a secure, #collective society?

"Although basic needs are met for everyone, the desire to achieve more, whether in wealth, status, or recognition, doesn’t disappear. In fact, many would argue that the pursuit of success is what gives life meaning, even in a world where the basics are assured. While the 'Stabilized World' provides a cushion, individuals are still encouraged to push boundaries, create, and innovate. But here, success is not solely defined by financial #wealth or #fame. It is the result of personal effort, #creativity, and contribution to society’s #GreaterGood. The tension between achieving for oneself and achieving for the collective good creates a nuanced approach to happiness — one that blends personal fulfillment with a sense of responsibility to the whole.

"This balancing act is particularly evident in the realms of education and entrepreneurship. In a world where the pressure to survive has been lifted, more people are free to pursue their dreams and develop new ideas. But does this individual drive to succeed come at the cost of social cohesion? In this future, innovation and entrepreneurship are celebrated, but they must be seen in the context of societal well-being. As people rise to success, they are encouraged to think about how their achievements can improve the lives of others. The concept of wealth shifts, moving away from mere accumulation to the idea of access — being able to live a life that goes beyond survival to one of exploration, joy, and meaningful contribution.

"Ultimately, the 'Stabilized World' scenario presents a society where personal ambition and collective stability coexist. As people work to achieve their own goals, they do so in a framework that ensures the well-being of all. This makes us ask: Is true happiness found in the wealth we accumulate or in the security we offer one another? The pursuit of success is no longer just about individual triumph; it’s about how we can innovate, create, and live in ways that benefit everyone. In this future, we learn that the intersection of personal ambition and social welfare isn’t a battle to be won but a balance to be struck, with both paths leading to a richer, more fulfilling life for all."

Link to article (includes references):
https://www.duskinwayne.com/arts-and-culture-blogs/stabilized-world-social-welfare-vs-independent-pursuit-of-success

#SolarPunkSunday #SW #LtG #LimitsToGrowth #SolarPunk #GuaranteedIncomeForAll #UsingTechnologyForGood

And lastly, leaving you all with this essay by #DuskinWayne. The key takeaway I got from this is that wanting to achieve success isn't limited to capitalistic / selfish pursuits -- it can be utilized to create #ABetterWorld for everyone and the planet. (Note -- I don't agree with everything Duskin Wayne says, but I found it interesting in terms of thinking about 'what is human nature'?)

#StabilizedWorld: Social Welfare vs. Independent Pursuit of Success

Published 2025

"Imagine a future where technology has solved many of the world’s biggest problems, creating a society that is more stable and equitable. MIT’s Fourth Scenario, the 'Stabilized World,' envisions a society where basic needs—like healthcare, education, and income—are guaranteed for everyone. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, labor has been redefined, allowing people to focus on what truly matters to them. In this world, the question becomes: Is happiness found in the security of a welfare state, or in the personal achievements that come from pursuing one’s own version of success? According to the scenario, this societal stability follows a period of collapse that is predicted to occur between 2030 and 2060, as we face #EnvironmentalCrises and economic #disparity.

"In this future, social welfare isn’t just a safety net but a foundational element of society. No longer do individuals need to fear falling into poverty or being excluded from opportunities. With a guaranteed basic income and universal access to essential services, people are free to explore their passions, whether that’s launching a startup, creating art, or dedicating time to personal development. This system allows for creativity and innovation to flourish, but it also raises a fundamental question: What drives happiness—personal success or the stability that comes from being part of a secure, #collective society?

"Although basic needs are met for everyone, the desire to achieve more, whether in wealth, status, or recognition, doesn’t disappear. In fact, many would argue that the pursuit of success is what gives life meaning, even in a world where the basics are assured. While the 'Stabilized World' provides a cushion, individuals are still encouraged to push boundaries, create, and innovate. But here, success is not solely defined by financial #wealth or #fame. It is the result of personal effort, #creativity, and contribution to society’s #GreaterGood. The tension between achieving for oneself and achieving for the collective good creates a nuanced approach to happiness — one that blends personal fulfillment with a sense of responsibility to the whole.

"This balancing act is particularly evident in the realms of education and entrepreneurship. In a world where the pressure to survive has been lifted, more people are free to pursue their dreams and develop new ideas. But does this individual drive to succeed come at the cost of social cohesion? In this future, innovation and entrepreneurship are celebrated, but they must be seen in the context of societal well-being. As people rise to success, they are encouraged to think about how their achievements can improve the lives of others. The concept of wealth shifts, moving away from mere accumulation to the idea of access — being able to live a life that goes beyond survival to one of exploration, joy, and meaningful contribution.

"Ultimately, the 'Stabilized World' scenario presents a society where personal ambition and collective stability coexist. As people work to achieve their own goals, they do so in a framework that ensures the well-being of all. This makes us ask: Is true happiness found in the wealth we accumulate or in the security we offer one another? The pursuit of success is no longer just about individual triumph; it’s about how we can innovate, create, and live in ways that benefit everyone. In this future, we learn that the intersection of personal ambition and social welfare isn’t a battle to be won but a balance to be struck, with both paths leading to a richer, more fulfilling life for all."

Link to article (includes references):
https://www.duskinwayne.com/arts-and-culture-blogs/stabilized-world-social-welfare-vs-independent-pursuit-of-success

#SolarPunkSunday #SW #LtG #LimitsToGrowth #SolarPunk #GuaranteedIncomeForAll #UsingTechnologyForGood

And lastly, leaving you all with this essay by #DuskinWayne. The key takeaway I got from this is that wanting to achieve success isn't limited to capitalistic / selfish pursuits -- it can be utilized to create #ABetterWorld for everyone and the planet. (Note -- I don't agree with everything Duskin Wayne says, but I found it interesting in terms of thinking about 'what is human nature'?)

#StabilizedWorld: Social Welfare vs. Independent Pursuit of Success

Published 2025

"Imagine a future where technology has solved many of the world’s biggest problems, creating a society that is more stable and equitable. MIT’s Fourth Scenario, the 'Stabilized World,' envisions a society where basic needs—like healthcare, education, and income—are guaranteed for everyone. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, labor has been redefined, allowing people to focus on what truly matters to them. In this world, the question becomes: Is happiness found in the security of a welfare state, or in the personal achievements that come from pursuing one’s own version of success? According to the scenario, this societal stability follows a period of collapse that is predicted to occur between 2030 and 2060, as we face #EnvironmentalCrises and economic #disparity.

"In this future, social welfare isn’t just a safety net but a foundational element of society. No longer do individuals need to fear falling into poverty or being excluded from opportunities. With a guaranteed basic income and universal access to essential services, people are free to explore their passions, whether that’s launching a startup, creating art, or dedicating time to personal development. This system allows for creativity and innovation to flourish, but it also raises a fundamental question: What drives happiness—personal success or the stability that comes from being part of a secure, #collective society?

"Although basic needs are met for everyone, the desire to achieve more, whether in wealth, status, or recognition, doesn’t disappear. In fact, many would argue that the pursuit of success is what gives life meaning, even in a world where the basics are assured. While the 'Stabilized World' provides a cushion, individuals are still encouraged to push boundaries, create, and innovate. But here, success is not solely defined by financial #wealth or #fame. It is the result of personal effort, #creativity, and contribution to society’s #GreaterGood. The tension between achieving for oneself and achieving for the collective good creates a nuanced approach to happiness — one that blends personal fulfillment with a sense of responsibility to the whole.

"This balancing act is particularly evident in the realms of education and entrepreneurship. In a world where the pressure to survive has been lifted, more people are free to pursue their dreams and develop new ideas. But does this individual drive to succeed come at the cost of social cohesion? In this future, innovation and entrepreneurship are celebrated, but they must be seen in the context of societal well-being. As people rise to success, they are encouraged to think about how their achievements can improve the lives of others. The concept of wealth shifts, moving away from mere accumulation to the idea of access — being able to live a life that goes beyond survival to one of exploration, joy, and meaningful contribution.

"Ultimately, the 'Stabilized World' scenario presents a society where personal ambition and collective stability coexist. As people work to achieve their own goals, they do so in a framework that ensures the well-being of all. This makes us ask: Is true happiness found in the wealth we accumulate or in the security we offer one another? The pursuit of success is no longer just about individual triumph; it’s about how we can innovate, create, and live in ways that benefit everyone. In this future, we learn that the intersection of personal ambition and social welfare isn’t a battle to be won but a balance to be struck, with both paths leading to a richer, more fulfilling life for all."

Link to article (includes references):
https://www.duskinwayne.com/arts-and-culture-blogs/stabilized-world-social-welfare-vs-independent-pursuit-of-success

#SolarPunkSunday #SW #LtG #LimitsToGrowth #SolarPunk #GuaranteedIncomeForAll #UsingTechnologyForGood

And lastly, leaving you all with this essay by #DuskinWayne. The key takeaway I got from this is that wanting to achieve success isn't limited to capitalistic / selfish pursuits -- it can be utilized to create #ABetterWorld for everyone and the planet. (Note -- I don't agree with everything Duskin Wayne says, but I found it interesting in terms of thinking about 'what is human nature'?)

#StabilizedWorld: Social Welfare vs. Independent Pursuit of Success

Published 2025

"Imagine a future where technology has solved many of the world’s biggest problems, creating a society that is more stable and equitable. MIT’s Fourth Scenario, the 'Stabilized World,' envisions a society where basic needs—like healthcare, education, and income—are guaranteed for everyone. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, labor has been redefined, allowing people to focus on what truly matters to them. In this world, the question becomes: Is happiness found in the security of a welfare state, or in the personal achievements that come from pursuing one’s own version of success? According to the scenario, this societal stability follows a period of collapse that is predicted to occur between 2030 and 2060, as we face #EnvironmentalCrises and economic #disparity.

"In this future, social welfare isn’t just a safety net but a foundational element of society. No longer do individuals need to fear falling into poverty or being excluded from opportunities. With a guaranteed basic income and universal access to essential services, people are free to explore their passions, whether that’s launching a startup, creating art, or dedicating time to personal development. This system allows for creativity and innovation to flourish, but it also raises a fundamental question: What drives happiness—personal success or the stability that comes from being part of a secure, #collective society?

"Although basic needs are met for everyone, the desire to achieve more, whether in wealth, status, or recognition, doesn’t disappear. In fact, many would argue that the pursuit of success is what gives life meaning, even in a world where the basics are assured. While the 'Stabilized World' provides a cushion, individuals are still encouraged to push boundaries, create, and innovate. But here, success is not solely defined by financial #wealth or #fame. It is the result of personal effort, #creativity, and contribution to society’s #GreaterGood. The tension between achieving for oneself and achieving for the collective good creates a nuanced approach to happiness — one that blends personal fulfillment with a sense of responsibility to the whole.

"This balancing act is particularly evident in the realms of education and entrepreneurship. In a world where the pressure to survive has been lifted, more people are free to pursue their dreams and develop new ideas. But does this individual drive to succeed come at the cost of social cohesion? In this future, innovation and entrepreneurship are celebrated, but they must be seen in the context of societal well-being. As people rise to success, they are encouraged to think about how their achievements can improve the lives of others. The concept of wealth shifts, moving away from mere accumulation to the idea of access — being able to live a life that goes beyond survival to one of exploration, joy, and meaningful contribution.

"Ultimately, the 'Stabilized World' scenario presents a society where personal ambition and collective stability coexist. As people work to achieve their own goals, they do so in a framework that ensures the well-being of all. This makes us ask: Is true happiness found in the wealth we accumulate or in the security we offer one another? The pursuit of success is no longer just about individual triumph; it’s about how we can innovate, create, and live in ways that benefit everyone. In this future, we learn that the intersection of personal ambition and social welfare isn’t a battle to be won but a balance to be struck, with both paths leading to a richer, more fulfilling life for all."

Link to article (includes references):
https://www.duskinwayne.com/arts-and-culture-blogs/stabilized-world-social-welfare-vs-independent-pursuit-of-success

#SolarPunkSunday #SW #LtG #LimitsToGrowth #SolarPunk #GuaranteedIncomeForAll #UsingTechnologyForGood

And lastly, leaving you all with this essay by #DuskinWayne. The key takeaway I got from this is that wanting to achieve success isn't limited to capitalistic / selfish pursuits -- it can be utilized to create #ABetterWorld for everyone and the planet. (Note -- I don't agree with everything Duskin Wayne says, but I found it interesting in terms of thinking about 'what is human nature'?)

#StabilizedWorld: Social Welfare vs. Independent Pursuit of Success

Published 2025

"Imagine a future where technology has solved many of the world’s biggest problems, creating a society that is more stable and equitable. MIT’s Fourth Scenario, the 'Stabilized World,' envisions a society where basic needs—like healthcare, education, and income—are guaranteed for everyone. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, labor has been redefined, allowing people to focus on what truly matters to them. In this world, the question becomes: Is happiness found in the security of a welfare state, or in the personal achievements that come from pursuing one’s own version of success? According to the scenario, this societal stability follows a period of collapse that is predicted to occur between 2030 and 2060, as we face #EnvironmentalCrises and economic #disparity.

"In this future, social welfare isn’t just a safety net but a foundational element of society. No longer do individuals need to fear falling into poverty or being excluded from opportunities. With a guaranteed basic income and universal access to essential services, people are free to explore their passions, whether that’s launching a startup, creating art, or dedicating time to personal development. This system allows for creativity and innovation to flourish, but it also raises a fundamental question: What drives happiness—personal success or the stability that comes from being part of a secure, #collective society?

"Although basic needs are met for everyone, the desire to achieve more, whether in wealth, status, or recognition, doesn’t disappear. In fact, many would argue that the pursuit of success is what gives life meaning, even in a world where the basics are assured. While the 'Stabilized World' provides a cushion, individuals are still encouraged to push boundaries, create, and innovate. But here, success is not solely defined by financial #wealth or #fame. It is the result of personal effort, #creativity, and contribution to society’s #GreaterGood. The tension between achieving for oneself and achieving for the collective good creates a nuanced approach to happiness — one that blends personal fulfillment with a sense of responsibility to the whole.

"This balancing act is particularly evident in the realms of education and entrepreneurship. In a world where the pressure to survive has been lifted, more people are free to pursue their dreams and develop new ideas. But does this individual drive to succeed come at the cost of social cohesion? In this future, innovation and entrepreneurship are celebrated, but they must be seen in the context of societal well-being. As people rise to success, they are encouraged to think about how their achievements can improve the lives of others. The concept of wealth shifts, moving away from mere accumulation to the idea of access — being able to live a life that goes beyond survival to one of exploration, joy, and meaningful contribution.

"Ultimately, the 'Stabilized World' scenario presents a society where personal ambition and collective stability coexist. As people work to achieve their own goals, they do so in a framework that ensures the well-being of all. This makes us ask: Is true happiness found in the wealth we accumulate or in the security we offer one another? The pursuit of success is no longer just about individual triumph; it’s about how we can innovate, create, and live in ways that benefit everyone. In this future, we learn that the intersection of personal ambition and social welfare isn’t a battle to be won but a balance to be struck, with both paths leading to a richer, more fulfilling life for all."

Link to article (includes references):
https://www.duskinwayne.com/arts-and-culture-blogs/stabilized-world-social-welfare-vs-independent-pursuit-of-success

#SolarPunkSunday #SW #LtG #LimitsToGrowth #SolarPunk #GuaranteedIncomeForAll #UsingTechnologyForGood

Massive disparity in availability of allotments across UK, analysis reveals https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/sep/02/north-east-england-best-region-great-britain-allotments

#UnitedKingdom #UK #environment #disparity

🎉🤣 Oh, look! A #heartwarming #tale of how rich kids get cured while the rest of the world takes notes. Because nothing screams progress like a #medical #success story that’s only accessible #to the privileged few. 💸👏
https://ourworldindata.org/childhood-leukemia-treatment-history #privilege #wealth #disparity #access #care #HackerNews #ngated

Exploring an Extreme Wealth Line

https://neweconomics.org/2025/01/exploring-an-extreme-wealth-line

#HackerNews #Exploring #Wealth #Inequality #Extreme #Wealth #Economic #Disparity #New #Economics

Fahmi: MCMC To Probe Disparities In 4G Coverage Among Telcos #4g #coverage #disparity #fahmifadzil #mcmc #telco

https://www.lowyat.net/2025/352072/fahmi-mcmc-to-probe-disparities-in-4g-coverage-among-telcos/

Nailed it. #Doonesbury #BannedWords #equality #disparity #race #gender #dei #science #CleanEnergy #etc
https://www.gocomics.com/doonesbury/2025/05/18

CAKE…

Cut the oligarchs down to size.
Remove their wealth.
Remove their privilege.
Remove their ego.
Off with their heads!

new illustration [future t-shirt] by me #BrentPruittArt

#CapitalismKills #CEO #Trump #Bezos #Musk #NoBillionaires #NoCEOs #Economy #Disparity #FreeLuigi #Art #DigitalArt #Art #ArtMarketplace #MastoArt #FediArt #Comic #Cartoon #Illustration #LGBTQ #Capitalism #Antifa

Not sure which #FunctionalDiversity / #disparity metric to use? Maybe these reflections in Ecography with Pedro Cardoso, Maria Jorgensen, @stefanomammola and Tom Matthews could help! #OA https://nsojournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/ecog.07580

#classism #eattherich #disparity #inequity #privilege #ClassStruggle

#SocialNetworkDisparity

You go to X/#Twitter, #Instagram, some news site and you are about to read something and you get something in your face #suddenly:
"We require you to login or wait for a SWAT team to bash down your door, anything you say may be used against you!".

Now the #disparity between that rhetoric and going to #Mastodon, #PeerTube, #Lemmy or heaven forbid #Threads and there being met with

"Take a look around! Participate! #DemocracyRocks!"

and you're like: #fml.

#humor #satire

Crypto Industry Fun Facts:

#crypto #btc #bitcoin #cryptoReality #cryptocurrency #finance #investing #fintech #tech #scams #blockchain #eth #sol #tradFi #defi #nft #ponzi #facts #wisdom #quotes #funFacts #money #energy #policy #equality #disparity #wealthdisparity

#FelineHealthcare #dogs #disparity

Harmful Dust From Drying Lakes - Preserving Great Salt Lake (USA) Water Levels Decreases Ambient Dust And Racial Disparities In Population Exposure
--
https://www.cell.com/one-earth/fulltext/S2590-3322(24)00249-5 <-- shared technical article
--
[similar to the public health impacts and challenges faced by communities around the dying Salton Sea, amongst others...]
#GIS #spatial #mapping #pollution #dust #toxic #exposure #wind #publichealth #water #drought #GreatSaltLake #Utah #water #surfacewater #watersupply #climatechange #demographics #community #atrisk #minorities #income #disparity #humanhealth #mitigation #policy #planning #loss #drying #lake #terminallakes #inlandseas #ecology #habitat #lakebed #humanimpacts #mining #wateruse #overuse #desiccation #socialdisparity #incomedisparity #particulates

US maternal mortality rate far higher than in peer nations, report finds

The US has a far higher rate of #maternal #mortality than other peer wealthy nations,
and an extraordinary #disparity between white and Black Americans, according to a new brief released by the Commonwealth Fund.
The American outlier status persisted even as the maternal mortality rate has improved in the post-pandemic era, both in the US and globally.
“We could always be happy for going in the right direction, that’s for sure,” said Munira Z Gunja, senior researcher at the Commonwealth Fund’s international program in health policy and practice innovations. “But we still have a ways to go.”
The Commonwealth Fund report compares the US with 12 wealthy nations using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, better known as the OECD, a group of developed democracies.
Although OECD data is considered the gold standard for international comparison, researchers said there may be differences in how countries gather data.
Researchers found that in 💥2022, 22.3 US women per 100,000 died either during pregnancy or within a year of giving birth. 💥
That is a slight improvement from 2021, when American women died at a rate of 32.9 per 100,000.
Still, alarming disparities persist, particularly between white and Black mothers. White mothers in America died at a rate of 19 per 100,000 in 2022. By contrast,
💥Black mothers died at a rate of 49.5 per 100,000, or roughly 2.5 times the rate of white Americans.💥
🔥Nearly every demographic group of American mothers dies at a higher rate than all mothers in peer nations.
Norway, for instance, did not document a single maternal death. The United Kingdom, which conducts an in-depth investigation into every death, counted 5.5 maternal deaths per 100,000.
Notably, most of the deaths of American mothers
– more than 80%
– are #preventable, according to CDC data cited by the Commonwealth report.

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/article/2024/jun/05/maternal-mortality-rate?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

Today is an international day to celebrate the solidarity of workers in a world run by owners.

The revolution is happening, right now, all around us. It feels slow. The oligarchs are taking off their masks and more openly squashing and grabbing. I think it's a sign of both confidence because of the increasing disparity, and fear because of the popular acceptance of guillotine jokes.

Today, Oxfam points out that stock dividend payouts since 2020 increased fourteen (yes 14) times more than wages, globally. 'Follow the money' to understand the economy.

We haven't reached phase shift yet. We are everywhere and steadily building towards that key 9% unity or whatever it is that we need in the way of global consensus.

I just keep thinking about how truth is stranger than fiction. It will be surprising.

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#mayday #labor #labour #workers #revolution #disparity #anarchy #communism #capitalism #justice

https://www.oxfam.org.uk/media/press-releases/global-dividend-payouts-to-shareholders-rise-14-times-faster-than-worker-pay-since-2020/

How economic inequality harms societies | Richard Wilkinson

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZ7LzE3u7Bw&ab_channel=TED

http://www.ted.com

We feel instinctively that societies with huge income gaps are somehow going wrong. Richard Wilkinson charts the hard data on economic inequality, and shows what gets worse when rich and poor are too far apart: real effects on health, lifespan, even such basic values as trust.

#Income #Disparity #HealthEffects #SocialDestruction #BirthRates #InfantMortality #SocialMobility

Drag: #Kings on Top?

Despite #DragKings being as #iconic and #loveable as their #queen #counterparts, there seems to be a large #disparity in their #popularity. Is this solely due to a #lack of #media #representation? Or are there deeper #issues at work?

#Women #Transgender #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #Entertainment #TheArts #Drag #DragQueens #DragKings #Representation #Culture

https://www.hercampus.com/school/nottingham/drag-kings-on-top/

Morphological disparity of early #ammonoids: A geometric #morphometric approach to investigate conch geometry of Early–Middle Devonian ammonoids of the Moroccan Anti-Atlas by analysing the shape of their whorl profile:
http://dx.doi.org/10.4202/app.01033.2022

Study highlights that the increase in #disparity began earlier than the increase in #diversity, but found no evidence for an early burst of #shape diversity (i.e., the rise does not exceed expectations given diversity).

#paleobiology #paleontology

Morphological disparity of early #ammonoids: A geometric #morphometric approach to investigate conch geometry of Early–Middle Devonian ammonoids of the Moroccan Anti-Atlas by analysing the shape of their whorl profile:
http://dx.doi.org/10.4202/app.01033.2022

Study highlights that the increase in #disparity began earlier than the increase in #diversity, but found no evidence for an early burst of #shape diversity (i.e., the rise does not exceed expectations given diversity).

#paleobiology #paleontology

Morphological disparity of early #ammonoids: A geometric #morphometric approach to investigate conch geometry of Early–Middle Devonian ammonoids of the Moroccan Anti-Atlas by analysing the shape of their whorl profile:
http://dx.doi.org/10.4202/app.01033.2022

Study highlights that the increase in #disparity began earlier than the increase in #diversity, but found no evidence for an early burst of #shape diversity (i.e., the rise does not exceed expectations given diversity).

#paleobiology #paleontology

Morphological disparity of early #ammonoids: A geometric #morphometric approach to investigate conch geometry of Early–Middle Devonian ammonoids of the Moroccan Anti-Atlas by analysing the shape of their whorl profile:
http://dx.doi.org/10.4202/app.01033.2022

Study highlights that the increase in #disparity began earlier than the increase in #diversity, but found no evidence for an early burst of #shape diversity (i.e., the rise does not exceed expectations given diversity).

#paleobiology #paleontology

Nature recently introduced new guidelines for studies engaging with questions of race, ethnicity or gender. Among others, it asks researchers to explain how they controlled for #confounding variables. We agree this is important, especially because we think #bias and #disparity should be understood in #causal terms. In this #LSE impact blog, @LudoWaltman and I discuss some of the challenges around this.

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/impactofsocialsciences/2023/05/25/the-bias-puzzle-understanding-gender-differences-in-academia/

Nature recently introduced new guidelines for studies engaging with questions of race, ethnicity or gender. Among others, it asks researchers to explain how they controlled for #confounding variables. We agree this is important, especially because we think #bias and #disparity should be understood in #causal terms. In this #LSE impact blog, @LudoWaltman and I discuss some of the challenges around this.

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/impactofsocialsciences/2023/05/25/the-bias-puzzle-understanding-gender-differences-in-academia/

Nature recently introduced new guidelines for studies engaging with questions of race, ethnicity or gender. Among others, it asks researchers to explain how they controlled for #confounding variables. We agree this is important, especially because we think #bias and #disparity should be understood in #causal terms. In this #LSE impact blog, @LudoWaltman and I discuss some of the challenges around this.

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/impactofsocialsciences/2023/05/25/the-bias-puzzle-understanding-gender-differences-in-academia/

Nature recently introduced new guidelines for studies engaging with questions of race, ethnicity or gender. Among others, it asks researchers to explain how they controlled for #confounding variables. We agree this is important, especially because we think #bias and #disparity should be understood in #causal terms. In this #LSE impact blog, @LudoWaltman and I discuss some of the challenges around this.

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/impactofsocialsciences/2023/05/25/the-bias-puzzle-understanding-gender-differences-in-academia/

Nature recently introduced new guidelines for studies engaging with questions of race, ethnicity or gender. Among others, it asks researchers to explain how they controlled for #confounding variables. We agree this is important, especially because we think #bias and #disparity should be understood in #causal terms. In this #LSE impact blog, @LudoWaltman and I discuss some of the challenges around this.

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/impactofsocialsciences/2023/05/25/the-bias-puzzle-understanding-gender-differences-in-academia/

Finally after a lot of delay the OCAT trial - Intensification of Radiation in Oral Cavity cancers has been published. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0959804922018275
Although I am a co-author of the trial involved primarily in the analysis - this decade long clinical trial has some interesting lessons for clinical trialists working out of LMICs. But to begin, the full text is available here: #radonc #OralCancer #HeadNeckCancers #hncsm #LMIC #clinicaltrials #NegativeTrial #Publishing #Bias #Access #Disparity 🧵 (1/7)