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I think the understanding of wealth as a huge number doesn't make a lot of sense. Basically they have enough money to buy whatever they want (which seems fair e
by zaptheimpaler 5y ago
I think the understanding of wealth as a huge number doesn't make a lot of sense. Basically they have enough money to buy whatever they want (which seems fair enough given their contributions) , and if/when they do they will be taxed on it. If not spent, it's just a number going up, and it doesn't take anything away from anyone else.
Even the dynastic power argument is not so strong. Bezos power comes from running a hugely important company, not money. As public companies, his children won't inherit Amazon and its power, the people who worked hard alongside him will. There's plenty of multimillionaires with no power. Money can't buy that level of power.
The companies themselves should not be allowed to dodge taxes. But the focus on their personal wealth is driven by envy IMO.