The Rich and the Super-Rich

Exploring the enduring influence of America's wealthiest families, this book revisits the findings of a classic work from thirty years ago that exposed the nation's plutocracy. It examines the fates of the original Sixty Families, revealing how time, death, and taxes have impacted their fortunes. With a focus on the current landscape, it highlights the existence of 200,000 wealthy individuals, predominantly from super-millionaire families, many of whom inherited their wealth. The narrative underscores their continued dominance over power structures, enhanced by political and legal support.