In der Zeitschrift »Analyse und Kritik« wurde am 28. Mai 2026 ein Beitrag von Wolfgang Detel zum Thema des Buches »Schockierende Ungleichheit. Warum Ultra-Reichtum unsere Demokratie bedroht und welche Maßnahmen wir dagegen ergreifen sollten.« veröffentlicht:
Wolfgang Detel: The Debate About Taxing the Wealthy
Analyse & Kritik 2026; 48(1): 87–110.
Abstract: In light of major societal challenges, the political debate on various forms of wealth taxation, or the ‘Tax the Rich’ strategy, has recently gained momentum in Germany. This article examines the arguments for and against taxing the wealthy, drawing on statistical data and some of the most significant scientific studies on current economic inequality and its history. In particular, it looks at the kinds of reasons used in the current debate. It is argued that the arguments in favor of specific forms of wealth tax outweigh the reservations.
Der Beitrag ist Open Access verfügbar: https://doi.org/10.1515/auk-2026-3006
