How Did Mr Carnegie Solve The Problem Gap Between The Rich And Poor?

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Carnegie ends his essay by saying that to follow his plan regarding wealth would someday solve the problem gap between the rich and poor, and bring “Peace on earth, among men Good-Will” (495). I plan to show my concerns and beliefs for and against his ideas. First of all, I believe there are some good rationales behind his thoughts. I agree that administration should be in charge of decisions for the business. I believe these decisions should be made by a founder that has the best interests of the business at heart. One that has education and knowledge of business practices and makes good decisions, but also, one that holds the employees interests to a high standard as well. This is where I disagree with Mr. Carnegie’s actions. His arguments, …show more content…

This is a strong statement that I totally agree with. There are many people who will lie just to get a free dollar. There are many slothful people who cry poor mouth that are physically able to find and hold down a job, but just don’t want to. The Welfare system is a prime example of people not wanting to better themselves. I have grown up to watch generations of families live and survive solely on other people’s hard earned taxes. These types of individuals, who have no intention of trying to better themselves, through education and schooling, don’t deserve help. If you can’t at least try, and you expect more and more free handouts, you are no good for society. This type of attitude leads to a life of suffering and self-destruction. These are the types of people, who I agree with Carnegie, should not get help. The employees, who spend long hours making companies millions, they deserve some type of appreciation. These working men/women are trying as hard as they can, sometimes enough just isn’t enough …show more content…

He has enough brains to realize he could never spend that amount of money, and obviously realizes that some luxuries are just a waste of money. Money, which can be used to help out the less fortunate. I hope many of these families are affected by his actions in a good way. Many of the poor just don’t know any better, poverty and hardship is all they know. Many have a broken nature, drug abuse, mental and behavioral problems. There will always be poor and I believe a motivation can help them, but they also have to want to help themselves and have a desire to

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