Robber Baron or Captain of Industry?

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Why would wealthy industrialists invest money into building public libraries or universities?

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What impact did Carnegie believe wealthy individuals should have on society?

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What methods did John D. Rockefeller and Standard Oil use to dominate the oil industry?

How did their business practices impact competitors and consumers?

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Poll

Discuss whether Carnegie and Rockefeller fit the descriptions of Robber Barons or Captains of Industry based on their philosophies and actions.

What do you think?

• Definitely a "Robber Baron."

  They were not good guys.

• Definitely a "Captain of Industry"

  They helped society.

• I feel like they were a bit of both.

  Sometimes they helped society.

  Sometimes they hurt society.