In hardly any other Western democracy is wealth distributed as unevenly as in Germany. We are a high-tax country for middle-income earners, but a low-tax country for the wealthy. How can this be? Is it fair? Why do billionaires pay lower tax rates than the average person here? And how can we ensure that our tax system serves everyone? Julia Jirmann clearly outlines the essential connections. Who are Germany's billionaires? Who inherits the most? How do the conditions differ between East and West Germany? Who pays what taxes and how much? Is there a difference between men and women? Jirmann dispels some myths and makes concrete reform proposals for a fairer tax system. Because high inequality undermines social cohesion and the state's ability to address issues like climate change, public mobility, education, and security for the common good.