The problem is not inequality the problem is lack of movement in the economy. The more the upper tier flex their spending power the greater the opportunity for others to move up the “economic ladder”. There are no incentives in place to get the truly wealthy to use their money in ways that create new opportunities for everyone else.
Private jet sales are looking good, despite Obama’s efforts to trash them. (well actually he only trashed private jets flown by Republicans...)
http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304856504579337060115726446