. . "the gap is widening on paper in relative terms (ie the asset levels of the haves is skyrocketing vs. the non-haves). but in terms of basic minimum quality of life the haves peaked a long time ago (freedom from want). the have nots are catching up, obesity is a problem even in third world countries. my family is from bangladesh, and i went to that nation last year, and i can attest to it there. the" . . .