# Inequality

- Link: https://instituteforglobalaffairs.org/2016/10/egftrade-inequality/
- Published: 2016-10-13T21:09:32-04:00

Inequality on a global scale has declined, but within many developed countries it
is on the rise. Two clear factors are globalization and technology. Many jobs formerly
held by American workers have now been outsourced; the impact on US foreign policy
is illustrated by a rise on populism, criticism towards trade agreements and instability
in other areas of the world.

**This video includes references to the Eurasia Group Foundation, now known as the
Institute for Global Affairs.**