Many of the problems we face stem directly from inequality itself. For example, the rich have dramatically greater say in our "democracy" due to their ability to fund politicians and lobbyists. They are above the law due to their ability to hire expensive lawyers and shield themselves through corporations. They can use the law as a weapon due to their ability to sue people who can't afford to fight back. Some of them are rich enough to avoid the consequences of destroying huge swaths of society (i.e. Musk with Twitter).