How Rich Is Too Rich?

I will concede your point. I know for a fact that Bill Gates is trying to combat world hunger as shown by his Twitter feeds. It was a relief to me to know not all rich people were corrupt, but for every Bill Gates, there is a selfish greedy troll who would rather bury his money in his coffin than to see it go to good use.

Yes, well said all the best urban

That seems to be the point that most rich people don't get. You achieved your success through other people, and rightfully you are responsible to do more to help society since you used people to get your riches.

I agree a person who works hard for their money should be entitled to enjoy it as they see fit, but there are many rich people who have earned their money through the exploitation of other people and have never put in a days work in their life.

You are also right about that, I just don't understand why there are so man bad people in this world. I wish they just die. xD

Unfortunately people like this thrive in the world, because there are too many people who accept that behavior.

Exactly. With vast amounts of money you have the ability to help make a difference, so why are things getting worse and worse.

Suebee the question wasn't meant in the literal sense, but more as a wake up call. I know I wouldn't be able to sleep at night knowing someone was going hungry and I had just spent millions on a diamond collar for my poodle. I think there are people who have too much money.

But are the financially rich not entitled to do what they want with their money? There are some people who share their money, donate to charities or whatever and still have lots left over to buy their dog a diamond collar. In any society the division of financial wealth is never going to be spread equally. I've worked all my life, since I was 16 years old. I am by no means what others would consider rich. However, at the end of the week if I have money left over from my paycheck does that mean I should give it to someone else? Someone who has never worked a day in their lives? (and I do know people my own age who have never worked, relied on the social welfare system and expect handouts) Am I not entitled to do whatever I want with my money without being judged by someone who has less? Do my taxes not go to help those who are living off the system? Can one assume that rich people do not help the less financially fortunate. Do the rich not help by owning companies that generate jobs for people? I find it odd that people in general assume that all financially rich people do not care or help others who are less well off financially. I find it strange that people are so quick to judge people with money and assume they must be rotten or stingy or bad people for having it. Some rich people have worked very hard to get where they are. It is my personal opinion that one should not be so quick to judge others on the basis of how much money they have. Rich people cannot eliminate poverty. The financially poor people themselves are the only ones who can do that.

You show me a rich person who can afford to do the things I have mentioned, and I'll show you a person who has earned their wealth through the exploitation of others. Exploitation is the one thing that most people have in common. I feel if you can take more and more from the blood sweat and tears from men that you also have more of an obligation to make sure people don't starve on the street.

It a shame to see the wastefulness of it all. I admit for someone to have nothing then to suddenly come into money the temptation is great but a little compusure and compassion are in order.

The most common argument I hear from anyone is well off is that they earned the money therefore they have the right to spend it is they see fit, but when you have amassed that kind of wealth, you at some point control the destiny of others.

I think it's an illusion that is created by wealthy people. On the surface they paint themselves as philanthropist, but for every dollar they give they make sure they get 5 dollars back. Once you are rich enough that society is financially dependent on you then you are too rich.

It is a real shame, and you are right it is up to us who are aware of the problem to try to help. Maybe we can collectively guilt the rich into doing a little more.

I think there is something wrong with that mentality as well. Even in games where part of the object is to accumulate money, once I have enough to purchase what ever I need my focus becomes on accomplishing other things.

I believe this is needed as well.