Our governments are weak-kneed when it comes to the rich, and bullies when dealing with the poor.
Look at any courtroom and see how the rich are treated, and those that cannot afford expensive representation.
Look around and see how policies are influenced, and by which groups.
See how harsh punishments are to the poor. This has been the case throughout history.
“Every nation gets the government it deserves.”
– Joseph de Maistre
Do we, though?
As if people have free-will and the intelligence to choose what is right for them…