On the recordApril 2, 2008
The 1920s. It starts with ``Great.'' In fact, Mr. Hodes, your mother was born and lived during this era. When was the last time the top 1 percent made 20 percent of the money in America?
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Discussing economic inequality and historical context during a speech.
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