Write with less AI: Social Movements Associated with the Problem Several movements have emerged in response to growing inequality: Occupy Wall Street (2011): Brought national attention to the "1% vs. 99%" divide, calling for economic justice and accountability. Fight for $15: Advocates for raising the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour, arguing that higher wages will lift workers out of poverty. Economic Policy Institute & Center on Budget and Policy Priorities: Research organizations that promote awareness and policy change to address inequality. These movements have influenced public debate and pressured lawmakers to consider reforms addressing income and wealth gaps