Why do the Super-Rich Feel Victimized by Obama?

[pghin08]

http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2..._fact_freeland

This is an extremely well-thought out and well-written article. One of those rare pieces of writing that ignores partisan lines and gets to the root of an issue.

[Wickabee]

So they're mad at Obama because they don't like what he says, yet he's earned them huge recoveries.

I'll tell you something, you get me another $4.2million/year, and you can say whatever you want about me. Maybe I'm missing something, but this just sounds like rich people whining, "I have everything, but you call me names"

Also, the fact that he's doing this to, "those in the best position to help" may be true. However, it's pretty proven that being in a position to help does not mean you will, and I don't think they will...or have.

[shrewsbury]

wickabee, you are assuming rich people don't care about themselves and they are only after the money.
the rich have been blamed for things they shouldn't have and are made out to e monsters by many on obama's side, i am sure some are, but not all nor even the majority.

[Wickabee]

wickabee, you are assuming rich people don't care about themselves and they are only after the money.

No, I assume they don't care about others and only themselves.

the rich have been blamed for things they shouldn't have and are made out to e monsters by many on obama's side, i am sure some are, but not all nor even the majority.

Meanwhile Obama's giving them millions every year, if you read the article. What are they mad about? Someone call them a name? Awwww

[JustAlex]

I hate to say this, well maybe not. Who cares if Obama allienates the super rich.

What have they done to help?

All they want is lower taxes and bigger profits.

They truly are the most "entitled" Americans.....since they have so much money, which in return brings them a lot of power, they feel they can do whatever they w t.

The rules do not apply to them....When you literally "have it all" what do you worry about??

My stance is very clear.....TAX THEM!

Show NO MERCY.....these guys will NOT call our bluff, they have no where to go.

[pghin08]

No, I assume they don't care about others and only themselves.


Meanwhile Obama's giving them millions every year, if you read the article. What are they mad about? Someone call them a name? Awwww

No. They're mad because our President is waging a verbal war against the very ideals that helped these people ascend the economic scale. Not all rich people are born into it and are undeserving of their success. I've never understood Obama's "fair share" thing. What is a "fair share"? And if taxes go up (which they need to), why shouldn't the burden be placed on EVERYBODY? I'm a (very much) non-1%er who is willing to pay more taxes as long as they are coupled with a fiscally responsible plan to reduce our long-term debt obligations.

[pghin08]

I hate to say this, well maybe not. Who cares if Obama allienates the super rich.

What have they done to help?

All they want is lower taxes and bigger profits.

They truly are the most "entitled" Americans.....since they have so much money, which in return brings them a lot of power, they feel they can do whatever they w t.

The rules do not apply to them....When you literally "have it all" what do you worry about??

My stance is very clear.....TAX THEM!

Show NO MERCY.....these guys will NOT call our bluff, they have no where to go.

1. You're totally pigeonholing wealthy people. I know many who have come up from nothing and have worked extremely hard to do so. You're also assuming that none of them recognize that they need to pay more tax, which is wrong.

2. You're right. They need to be taxed more. But so does everybody in this country.

[gladdyontherise]

I hate to say this, well maybe not. Who cares if Obama allienates the super rich.

What have they done to help?

All they want is lower taxes and bigger profits.

They truly are the most "entitled" Americans.....since they have so much money, which in return brings them a lot of power, they feel they can do whatever they w t.

The rules do not apply to them....When you literally "have it all" what do you worry about??

My stance is very clear.....TAX THEM!

Show NO MERCY.....these guys will NOT call our bluff, they have no where to go.

As a broke college student and growing up until about 5 years ago in not a great financial situation, I find what you just said to be completely embarrassing.

[ensbergcollector]

What have they done to help?? That is comical. They may complain about it but they are still bearing the overwhelming majority of this country's taxes and finances. Hate them all you want but how in the world can you say "what have they done."
Not to mention the amount of the.unforced benevolence they are responsible for.

[mrveggieman]

No. They're mad because our President is waging a verbal war against the very ideals that helped these people ascend the economic scale. Not all rich people are born into it and are undeserving of their success. I've never understood Obama's "fair share" thing. What is a "fair share"? And if taxes go up (which they need to), why shouldn't the burden be placed on EVERYBODY? I'm a (very much) non-1%er who is willing to pay more taxes as long as they are coupled with a fiscally responsible plan to reduce our long-term debt obligations.

That will never happen, too much like right.