The best way to get rid of socialism might be to strictly enforce it then. If these people want this sort of thing, then comes the significantly higher unemployment rates, the black markets, corruption, and overall bankruptcy and stagnation that these ideas will ultimately bring. That might likely make enough people learn the hard way.
Many Republicans realize that the super rich are now a core Democrat constituency and they contribute massive amounts to Democrats.
It is foolish for Republicans to spend their political capital protecting a group that hates them.
Sure, try 70% tax rate. But close all the loopholes. All of em. Make Hollywood feel the burn. They’ll quietly pull their support after one tax season.