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In 2000, the richest 20% of Americans had 6% more of the pie since Ronald Reagan took office. Both the poorest 20% and the middle 20% saw cuts in that 20 year span.

Share of Total Household Income by Year and Social Class

1980 2000

Upper class 43.7% 49.6%

Middle class 16.9% 14.8%

Lower class 4.3% 3.6%

Source: 2000 U.S. Census Money Income in the United States: 2000