jun 1, 1889 - Andrew Carnegie's "Gospel of Wealth." Published

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Andrew Carnegie's "Gospel of Wealth," published in 1889, articulated his belief that the wealthy had a moral obligation to distribute their excess wealth in ways that promoted the welfare and progress of society. This influential essay outlined Carnegie's philanthropic viewpoint, arguing that the rich should act as trustees for their wealth and use it to benefit the public good, leading to his significant contributions to libraries, education, and scientific research.

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