You are looking at it from the perspective of current situation. The average fortune 500 company pays around 11% tax, with some paying zero. This is on their already lower taxes compared to the people they employ. Close the loopholes. Make it so taxes are paid in the places the income is earned, not in some tax haven or country with lower tax incentives. Taxes on passive earnings shouldn't be lower than taxes on active work performed, should it? Inject the increased revenue into lowering ridiculous education costs, reducing the cost of quality foods, and increasing taxes on obvious luxury goods. Provide support where necessary.
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Ah, you're right... I was thinking about it from the perspective of the tax limiting an individuals means for wealth mobility, instead of thinking about the tax from companies removing the friction. That works for me.