massredistribution
Mass redistribution is the deliberate reallocation of resources from some members of society to others to reduce disparities in living standards or to ensure basic security. It is typically pursued through public policy and is distinguished from voluntary philanthropy by its systematic and compulsory nature.
Policy instruments include progressive income taxation, wealth taxes, social insurance programs, universal or targeted cash transfers
The effects are measured by changes in income distribution, poverty, and social welfare. Tools include the Gini
Debates center on efficiency and incentives, fiscal sustainability, and political feasibility. Critics argue excessive redistribution may
Historical examples include the postwar welfare states in Western Europe, while contemporary debates address globalization-era policies