Share Our Wealth
"Share Our Wealth" was a movement initiated by Huey P. Long, a Louisiana politician, during the Great Depression in the 1930s. The program aimed to address economic inequality by proposing wealth redistribution through heavy taxation on the rich. Long believed that the government should provide basic financial support to all citizens, ensuring that everyone had access to essential resources.
The movement gained significant popularity, advocating for policies like free education, old-age pensions, and a minimum income for families. Long's ideas resonated with many Americans who were struggling during the economic downturn, leading to a broader discussion about wealth distribution and social justice in the United States.