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In reply to the discussion: Is it immoral to make a certain amount or have a certain amount of wealth? [View all]democrattotheend
(11,605 posts)But I think it's immoral not to give generously to those less fortunate if you have a certain amount of wealth.
I believe that people who are financially successful should be able to live very comfortable lives, but when I hear about people who collect 50 antique cars or 10 houses or spend $250,000 on a meal, it churns my stomach thinking about all of the people in need who could have been helped with that money.
I do not resent success or think people should be punished for it, but I also think it's not much to ask that people who live in the lap of luxury pay a little more (or even significantly more) toward the common good. It's probably true that taxes over a certain amount discourage hard work and innovation, but we are so ridiculously far from that point with the current tax levels.