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What would an HONEST debate about a wealth tax look like?

TV and radio discussion on wealth taxes usually get derailed by fear mongering and terrible statistics – often from people who are paid to defend the ultra rich. What would an honest debate about weal

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@Lukas4182 From YouTube ↗ 15 Jul 2026 19
I still remember the first video I watched from you gave me goosebumps, because finally everything made sense. What you achieved with this series is truly outstanding and noone can take it from you or from us.
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@Lukas4182 From YouTube ↗ 15 Jul 2026 57
This might be one of your best videos actually. I like that you adress all the "counterarguments" in one go.

Take a break, stay strong ❤
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@Neon-n3o From YouTube ↗ 14 Jul 2026 1
The section about problems with wealth taxes and directions on how to solve them was sooo important! Great to have it all in one place to go back to in the future!

I also love how you stress the importance of being focused on the big goal, reducing wealth inequality, because it is way too easy to lose track over the course of a longer discussion. Suddenly you find yourself talking about the impact of venture capital on local start-ups instead of why it is necessary to redistribute wealth.
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What they do on mainstream media is they will invite you on but they wil portray your opinion as ridiculous by inviting 3 other people on to talk about the same thing having the opposite opinion this gives the unconscious perspective that the majority think like this and so should you
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@jomannz From YouTube ↗ 14 Jul 2026 36
Ive read your book, watched your documentary, watch your youtube. Sending lots of respect and love. What you are doing does matter and is talked about worldwide.
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The fact that they have to insult you should tell you what you need to know.

We ("normal people") know all too well that mainstream media is BS. We know it is biased, propagandist and favors the rich.

That's why channels like yours are so important. I hope you don't give up. Best wishes.
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I would like to express my sincere thanks to Gary. Your work and persistence deserve recognition, especially in a time when meaningful change does not happen overnight. Societies do not transform from day to night, and it is precisely for this reason that your commitment to continuing forward is so important.
You are someone who seeks solutions rather than contributing to problems, and that mindset is essential for progress. Your efforts to contribute positively to the development of this country, particularly in the area of economics, will have an impact over time.
It is also worth noting that many of the issues you address are not sufficiently taught or explored within our formal education systems, including schools, colleges, and universities. There is a clear gap between academic knowledge and practical societal challenges.
In contemporary Western society, there is often a tendency toward individualism rather than collective cooperation. However, meaningful change requires us to come together, to challenge existing structures, and to speak with clarity and conviction.
Gary represents a voice that articulates these concerns effectively and seeks to contribute to solutions for th
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@bugsstar From YouTube ↗ 13 Jul 2026 55
We are being exploited and bullied by people who should have a social conscious and duty of care to society but who would rather feast on it's weakest members. It's an epidemic of hungry ghosts! I can't thanku enough for making yourself visible in this war. We love & appreciate you❤❤❤
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Tax wealth not work should become an international movement, has potential for it. I see you from Spain and I also think we need you
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@AIM1986 From YouTube ↗ 13 Jul 2026 202
Please don’t quit. You’re doing great work. Take a break
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@90petros From YouTube ↗ 12 Jul 2026 130
The documentary was pretty good I thought. The interviews with the rich were very revealing. The wealthy few regard their good fortune as entitlement. They didn't come over well, to say the least.
Gary is a hero. He doesn't have to do this. Great job.
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Thankyou for your time, energy and perseverance in exposing the economic effect of inequality. It's obviously taken a personal cost from you and for that I am very grateful. I wish you a deeply restorative rest and hope your work continues to florish
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Commenting for engagement and a fair future! Thanks for everything you're doing Gary!
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@ricktcraig From YouTube ↗ 12 Jul 2026 324
Amazing work. Rest up and thanks for all you do. 💪🏻
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@theBeanCurd From YouTube ↗ 12 Jul 2026 273
They always say "never argue with an idiot, they will bring you down to their level and beat you with experience." Your patience with the media circus is commendable. Especially when they consistantly treat you like a random bloke they pulled off the street and not the UK's leading expert on wealth inequality and economics.
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Take a break, but don't go .
We need you
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@jevans777 From YouTube ↗ 12 Jul 2026 109
Thank you Gary for ALL your efforts, despite the crap you have to put up with from detractors and the ignorant. Take good care, rest well and nurture your soul. As someone currently recovering from burn out, I know how hard it is to dig out of that hole, so look after yourself.
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@RobertPitt From YouTube ↗ 12 Jul 2026 951
"Im tired of being called liars by liars and an idiot by idiots" was deep, keep pushing through those barriers!
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@pw5232 From YouTube ↗ 12 Jul 2026 589
U have nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz cheering your efforts bro.
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@agritech802 From YouTube ↗ 12 Jul 2026 241
Compounding is the most important word here and 'compounding inequality' is the enemy that will tear our democracies apart eventually if not tackled sooner rather than later