decrease inequality
[dɪˈkris ɪnˈɪkwɑləti]
verb phrase
reduzir a desigualdade
1. to reduce or lower the gap or disparity between groups in terms of wealth, opportunity, rights, or social status
The government implemented new policies to decrease inequality in education.
O governo implementou novas políticas para reduzir a desigualdade na educação.
2. to make conditions more equal or fair among members of a society or group
Progressive taxation can help decrease inequality between rich and poor citizens.
A tributação progressiva pode ajudar a reduzir a desigualdade entre cidadãos ricos e pobres.
This phrase is central to political and social discourse in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it frequently appears in discussions about economic development and social programs, particularly in relation to favelas and regional disparities. In the USA, it is commonly used in political debates about minimum wage, healthcare access, and educational opportunity. The concept reflects different priorities: Brazil often focuses on class and regional inequality, while the USA emphasizes racial and socioeconomic disparities.
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