Elon musks are the exception. Look at the average rich person. They have often used protectionism(doctors), manipulation(sales) and other methods to get rich.

Elon musks are the exception. Look at the average rich person. They have often used protectionism(doctors), manipulation(sales) and other methods to get rich. Lots of people get rich in finance by finding ways to transfer risk onto other people. Is that productive overall? Not every rich person is someone who adds unbelievable value.