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The broader implications of rising inequality are starkly visible in nations with extreme wealth divisions, such as Mexico. An adage common in Mexican culture, "el que no tranza no avanza," suggests that corruption is often viewed as a necessary means to succeed within a fundamentally flawed system.
As income inequality rises, so too does corruption. This sentiment is reflected in the attitudes of business leaders, who express a belief that unethical practices are essential for advancement. The resulting environment rewards nepotism and fraud, enhancing feelings of disenfranchisement among the populace and contributing to a cycle of distrust in public institutions.