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We’re constantly told that the wealthy are society’s great entrepreneurs. Without them, we’re told, there would be no jobs, no business, no innovation. In this eighth video in our series on wealth, I explain why that’s a myth. The rich don’t create. They're not entrepreneurs. They preserve, protect and hoard instead. It’s time to stop believing their PR myths.
By Richard MurphyWe’re constantly told that the wealthy are society’s great entrepreneurs. Without them, we’re told, there would be no jobs, no business, no innovation. In this eighth video in our series on wealth, I explain why that’s a myth. The rich don’t create. They're not entrepreneurs. They preserve, protect and hoard instead. It’s time to stop believing their PR myths.