WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT IT: The Children of Privilege

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Let's get something perfectly clear: EVERY child of rich, powerful parents, whether they be in politics, business, or sport, and beyond the color of their skin, is a Child of Privilege. And, just because the results of this entitlement have been occupying much of the news headlines recently, it has been the case for centuries.

Hunter Biden, ALL of the Trump children, and the offspring of celebrities recently caught up in the college admissions scandal have all been the beneficiaries of the rank and privilege bestowed on them simply because of the lofty positions one, or both parents hold.

In some cases (most?), the practice is not illegal. However, it can sure as hell be seen as immoral - especially by those of us who were raised by simple, hard working parents.

Regardless of talent, worth, or need, these people are exposed to the best things in life - the best housing arrangements, the best food, the best schools, and the best jobs. They need not EARN these things - they are simply given - literally - under the premise that having them around will bring the benefits associated with their influential parents.

All parents desire to give the best things in life to their children. Many do so by sacrificing themselves so that the children may have the opportunities their parents were never afforded. But, in the case of the rich and powerful, these parents can offer what most of us have no claim to - influence and access to the corridors of power. And, THAT, my friends, is worth an awful lot to many.

While most of us have to pay our share of dues, The Children of Privilege continue the tradition of the haves getting more and the have-nots taking whatever they can get.

In the final analysis it doesn't matter if you are Republican or Democrat, white or black: Chelsea Clinton, Jenna Bush, Hunter Biden, Ivanka Trump, and Malea Obama are all in the same category - they will never want for anything in life. Because what ultimately does count is who your parents are and what THEY can offer to a school or an employer, etc.

Well, at least I can take satisfaction in knowing that I earned EVERYTHING that I have achieved, even if that may pale in comparison. All my parents gave me was a chance. And, that's all I needed.