Comment by kartan

> What if I claim you are rich enough to donate to charities of not only your choice, but my choice as well.

High inequality and mega-rich charity are a related issue. Rich people is not contributing with taxes as they should. If that were the case the states will have more resources to help where help is needed.

This was in the news some time ago: "Germany's super-rich have rejected an invitation by Bill Gates and Warren Buffett to join their 'Giving Pledge' to give away most of their fortune. The pledge has been criticized in Germany, with millionaires saying donations shouldn't replace duties that would be better carried out by the state."

I completely agree with that position. The state, voted by its citizens, should decide not the super-rich even when they have good intentions.