Wealth concentration in the United States today is higher than at any time during the last century. The last time inequality was as high as it is today was during the Trust Era. Discuss whether you think there are parallels between businesses and business owners today and during the Trust Era. In addition to breaking up the trusts, the US federal government decreased wealth inequality at the beginning of the 20th century by raising income taxes on the highest earners (up to 94% in come cases!). Do you think this policy would make sense today, and why or why not?
