In a stark portrait of America’s growing wealth divide, the New York Times examines how the nation’s richest families continue to amass unprecedented fortunes while ordinary workers face stagnant wages and rising living costs. The piece traces the historical roots of this imbalance, highlighting policy shifts, tax loopholes, and corporate practices that favor the affluent. By weaving data, expert commentary, and personal stories, the article paints a vivid picture of a society where the wealthy not only keep their edge but widen it, leaving many to simply “get by” in an economy that increasingly rewards the few.
Where the Rich Get Richer and Everyone Else Just Gets By The New York Times
