(#5103) The drudgery of inequality

     For most people who have ever lived the one great accomplishment of living is to reproduce. Not all agree with this and in fact I am not part of that vast group. However I know, I and those like me, are the exception not the rule. The problem is within a capitalistic system hell bent on an antiquated survival of the fittest mentality is that most are born unequal to a select few. Because of this inequality the chasm between those who can actually afford to bring up children to an enlightened evolution is small and getting smaller. The reason is that with less money spread out among the many the chances of a quality upbringing dissipates. Furthermore the few who are given an enlightened upbringing often find themselves chasing fortune instead of honor.
     Such is the nature of capitalism. It is a functioning formula for merit and intelligence but when the intelligence is not being attained the merit is wasted on less than honorable choices. There is historical evidence of trying to map out the right course for equal enlightenment but the powers that be seem to be less enthused about being principled in that strategy. Instead they point to denigrating arguments that base themselves in condescension and belittling. An air in the nose mentality for those who are not lucky enough to be born into a family that is already well stocked in monetary advantage. Any attempt to socialize programs aimed at a fair starting point for all is debased and mocked.
     If one does not understand the historical pattern of poverty and how it is perpetuated in order for a few to maintain mastery over our democracy then shallow arguments against equality are kin to their tellers. With the rise in racism and misogyny the oppression of those who are not advantaged is again buttressed against a more egalitarian society. Our government, especially and almost exclusively within the republican party, is filled with a want to be master class instead of a servant class. Those who attain power for the sake of their own priorities are not what we need. We need a servant class of leaders who are hell bent on providing a foundation for enlightenment to foster for all.