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One of the most well-worn phrases of social reformers and political pundits is that the rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer.
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Christopher A. Sarlo
Professor of Economics, Nipissing UniversityChristopher A. Sarlo is professor of economics at Nipissing University in North Bay, Ontario, as well as a senior fellowwith the Fraser Institute. He is the author of Poverty in Canada (Fraser Institute, 1992, 1996), Measuring Poverty in Canada (Fraser Institute, 2001, 2006), and What is Poverty? Providing Clarity for Canada (Fraser Institute, 2008). Some of his recent publications include Understanding Wealth Inequality in Canada, Consumption Inequality in Canada: Is the Gap Growing?, Child Care in Canada: Examining the Status Quo in 2015, and Income Inequality Measurement Sensitivities. Professor Sarlo has published a number of articles and studies on poverty, inequality and economic issues relating to the family.… Read more