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Joe, the top 1% control about 34% of total wealth. While that is an astounding amount, it isn't the over 40% you claim.

Kathy, those who pay no or little income tax receive far more in benefits and tax breaks than they put in. Look at:http://www.businessinsider.com/only-half-americans-actually-pay-income-tax-2010-4

Again, these aren't my figures, nor are they necessarily my feelings regarding wealth in America. But, they are facts.......not feelings.

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