He wondered, often, what it would look like if and when the shit in question hit the fan: The stock market at bottom was rigged. The icon of global capitalism was a fraud. How would enterprising politicians and plaintiffs' lawyers and state attorneys general respond to that news?
In the book "Flash Boys," Michael Lewis explores the complexities of the stock market, revealing a system that he suggests is fundamentally flawed and manipulated. The protagonist contemplates the consequences of exposing the truth about the stock market, which he sees as corrupt and rigged, undermining the principles of global capitalism. He is intrigued by how this revelation would impact various stakeholders, including politicians, lawyers, and regulators.
As he reflects on the possible fallout, he ponders the actions that might be taken by enterprising individuals in response to such a seismic shift in trust regarding financial institutions. The potential for legal battles and political upheaval looms large, highlighting the precarious nature of the stock market and its implications for society at large.
