I think the well off see themselves as immune because they usually have golden parachutes of some kind. That and when someone in those circles does falter, they're usually never heard from again. They don't show up at the country club anymore.
While we continue to let lobbyists run Washington, and elect wealthy representatives and senators, it's not likely to change.
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Date: 2010-10-12 01:57 pm (UTC)I think the well off see themselves as immune because they usually have golden parachutes of some kind. That and when someone in those circles does falter, they're usually never heard from again. They don't show up at the country club anymore.
While we continue to let lobbyists run Washington, and elect wealthy representatives and senators, it's not likely to change.