Henry George

Henry George was an American economist and social reformer in the late 19th century, best known for his book "Progress and Poverty." He argued that while technological progress increases wealth, it also leads to inequality and poverty, particularly due to land ownership. George believed that the value of land should be taxed to reduce inequality, proposing a "single tax" on land, which he felt would promote economic fairness and eliminate the need for other taxes. His ideas influenced various social movements and debates on economic justice and land reform.