The article explores how income distribution, democratic systems, and economic growth are connected. It looks at the quality of income distribution data, the relationship between income distribution and growth, and how income distribution impacts growth. The data strongly supports the idea that income inequality can lead to social and political unrest, as well as influence decisions about education and family size. There is also some evidence that limited access to money and investing in education can affect growth. However, there is less proof that income distribution affects government spending.