Oligarchy - American style by Paul Krugman (New York Times)

Once again a very clear expose. Reading the comments is also instructive.

Helpful Visuals

From the excellent global sociology blog.

Tax the 1% on the beach

Very cool

A more progressive tax system makes people happier

See this new study here.

The enlightened rich want to be taxed, NYT editorial September 9

Read this NYT editorial. What about the non-enlightened super-rich who don't want to be taxed and have been largely financing the tea party and other groups propaganding about the excess of taxes?

What about the wealthy in France? A few also want to pay more taxes

This article in Le Monde (in French) talks about taxes and philanthropy in France.

Warren Buffett: Stop Coddling the Super Rich

This opinion is in the August 14 NYT. What about a similar one by Bill Gates?