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Inequality is intrinsic to the system. According to that article, the only way to make a dent in it at this point is through "confiscatory taxes." It's hard to imagine how to do this without having a Soviet style land redistribution or a Cultural Revolution type of chaos. Rule of law is what separates civil from uncivil nations. Hopefully some brave politicians can figure out a way to steeply tax wealth and earning above a threshold that will actually make a difference without causing civil unrest. I doubt it. I'm fearful that in another 10-15 years civil unrest is the only possible outcome.