In what year was the average, or even marginal person better off? Yes, there may be more income distribution, but would you prefer to be born into a different t

In what year was the average, or even marginal person better off? Yes, there may be more income distribution, but would you prefer to be born into a different time under the veil of ignorance? Even the poorest in our society have incredible access to goods. Just to list a few: Wikipedia Ability to talk to relatives from across the world to little or no cost (Skype and alternatives) Ability to send money and store wealth cheaply (low cost ETFs, bitcoin, free checking) Social acceptance of previously marginalized lifestyles Access to wide variety of foods and entertainment There has never been a better time to be alive, and I expect that to continue, despite greater inequality.