The economic conditions and market factors of running a business in the United States have also contributed to this system, allowing almost any citizen the oppo

The economic conditions and market factors of running a business in the United States have also contributed to this system, allowing almost any citizen the opportunity to "make it". Many have benefitted from this system, some significantly. The protections and opportunities afforded to these businesses and business people has as much to do with their financial success as it does with the amount of hard work they've put in to building their companies. There is an argument to be made that these ultra wealthy citizens almost have a responsibility to give back to the lawmakers, regulators, officials, and economy of the country which has enabled them to rise to such economic heights.