"...Rockefeller and other industrial captains conspired to kill off competitive capitalism in favour of a new monopoly capitalism"

That seems to be the heart of the problem, Greg F.

I don't hear anyone condemning the small business entrepeneur or capitalism in general. Its 'monopoly capitalism' that threatens the American way of life. Communities deserve more than that.

...and there is no way taxpayers should have to foot the bill for those that are employed. Either raise the wages or provide healthcare.