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Ross Greer: “The richest 2% have more wealth than half the population combined.”

On the recordAugust 23, 2026
The richest 2% have more wealth than half the population combined.
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Ross Greer
Scottish Green Party

Editor's note · Context

Highlighting wealth inequality in Scotland.

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