Reagan Killed Philanthropy—Trump Buried It
Once, billionaires had to give back. Now, they just dodge taxes and hoard forever.
Donald Trump keeps fantasizing about ushering in a “new Gilded Age”—a time of booming wealth, industrial power, and unapologetic capitalism. It’s a catchy phrase to excite his billionaire backers and working-class supporters alike. But here’s the truth: Trump’s vision is a con.
The real Gilded Age wasn’t just about obscene wealth and industrial expansion…
