
Giridharadas spent time talking with affluent elites. But I also argue that we have one of the more predatory elites in history, despite that philanthropy, despite that desire to change the world." Every young elite graduate wants to change the world and seeks out employers and goes to Africa to volunteer.

"On one hand, there's no question they're giving away more money than has ever been given away in history. "Rich people are playing a double game," Giridharadas says.


National Philanthropy In America Is Becoming 'Ideological Arms Race,' Author Says
