This source, "The Triumph of Injustice," by Emmanuel Saez and Gabriel Zucman, dissects how the U.S. tax system has shifted from a progressive structure after the New Deal to one resembling a flat tax that is regressive at the very top, benefiting the wealthiest Americans despite their booming incomes. The authors argue this "triumph of injustice" occurred through increased tax avoidance, government inaction, and the slashing of tax rates for the rich under the pretense of global competition. The book explores the historical evolution of American taxation, revealing a past with significantly higher taxes on the wealthy and analyzes the causes and consequences of rising inequality linked to these tax changes. Ultimately, it proposes policy reforms, including wealth and national income taxes, to create a more equitable system and adequately fund public goods.

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