So now Trumps remark about 'poor people' is causing yet more hyperventilation ?

Small 'd' democracy. You still vote for stuff. How on earth is that distinction relevant?

@TyphoidJerry: The democracy that is practiced by this Republic is like free will. We mostly have a choice. Of course there are exceptions, but for the most part, laziness, impatience, and poor life choices lead to poverty. Hard work, discipline, and dedication pay off. That's what makes the cream rise to the top. That's why what Trump and Dr Carson have said on the matter is perfectly reasonable and logical.

@puck61: So you believe that Baron Trump, and then someone who comes from a Chicago ghetto have the same chances of becoming wealthy? 'Cause if you don't then there's obviously more to it than just hard work and gumption.

@TyphoidJerry: No two people on this earth have the same chances at anything.

@puck61: Right. So how on earth can we immediately assume anyone who has money is somehow of greater intrinsic value than people without?

@TyphoidJerry: That's an over-simplification. Dr Carson was born in poverty, and there are thousands of other current and relevant examples of people who overcame poverty with intelligence and the practical application of 'true grit'. It is the nature of the beast anyway. The golden rule will always apply in this imperfect world. "He who has the gold makes the rules.", but that gold is still out there for those with the qualities and attributes to get it.

@puck61: I see that as a really simple way of saying "Rich people know better than you and me, shut up and obey." I see absolutely no evidence the world is in good hands and positive change has always come from the grass roots. I have a lot more faith in common people than I do in the power brokers of this world. If you want New York elites like Trump and Clinton to rule you like a monarch, so be it. I don't think either are particularly impressive or talented and seriously don't think they know what's best for you or me.

@silmarilion456: We know your views.

I'm an IT Project Manager and a union negotiator. Also not Mexican; far, far worse.

I'm doing pretty well. You know what happens when a CEO gets fired for incompetence? He gets to be a CEO somewhere else. Also, I love that you're asserting everyone who makes more money than you is smarter and harder-working. I hope you have a lot of staff.