Read the excerpt for Andrew Carnegie’s Gospel of Wealth Preview the document preview the document then address the following:
In contrast to Henry George’s “The Central Truth” how does Carnegie conclude why some are more financially fortunate than others.
Discuss how Carnegie explains civic responsibility, regardless of financial status. What happens when the wealthy meet this responsibility? What happens if they don’t?
Describe how some problems of Carnegie’s day could be addressed by a stronger sense of civic responsibility in the population.
Be sure to use specific evidence from the readings to support your responses.
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