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‘Raise my taxes – now!’: the millionaires who want to give it all away

Sarah Best

15th April 2021

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We may often read stories in the media about how wealthy people may try to reduce their tax liability or avoid paying taxes altogether, but what about wealthy people who wish to pay more tax?

This article examines this by interviewing a number of wealthy people, including Abigail Disney who has already given away over $70 million (USD) to charitable causes.

The article could be used as part of a discussion about inequality.

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Sarah Best

Sarah is a passionate full-time Head of Sociology and Psychology and has worked in a variety in schools in the UK, and she is currently working in a British international school. She is keen to develop and boost the profile of both subjects.

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