Public anger and violence against corporate executives, exemplified by the Luigi Mangione case, reflect deep distrust in the current economic order. Threats against CEOs have surged, with significant public acceptance of such actions, particularly among youth. The article draws parallels to the Gilded Age, when similar social tensions and inequality led to attacks on industrialists. Historically, business leaders eventually adopted "enlightened self-interest," supporting societal well-being. Today, however, corporate America is criticized for its short-sighted response, focusing on security over addressing systemic issues like skyrocketing inequality and "hoarding society's resources," which the author warns is self-destructive.