One of my coworkers occasionally listens to Rush Limbaugh's radio program. Several days ago I overheard a few moments of it while Rush mentioned the idea that those who were successful and wealthy had an obligation to "give back" in some way (I think it was in connection with looking back on the life of Steve Jobs). He asked, "Why should they?" and went on to claim that the ostensible benefits brought by their invention or business itself was sufficient as their gift to society.
Is that a valid claim? Was inventing the light bulb (among other things) good enough for Thomas Edison? Was implementing the assembly line and producing an inexpensive car the limit of what Henry Ford could or should have done?
Did these men and others like them have any other obligations or considerations to fulfill? Is it valid for those who have much to keep it for themselves? Should they consider doing anything else with it?
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