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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Faces Backlash Over Wealth Tax Comments
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is facing conservative backlash after calling for a national wealth tax and inheritance tax in a recent interview.
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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Faces Backlash Over Wealth Tax Comments
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