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Look at what being a functionary of the .01% did for the Bush's. Nothing particularly special or extraordinary about them, but they rose to the highest levers of political power with the most of modest of abilities.

Prescott and Big George did serve in wars to bolster both their careers. However, the lack character (good or bad) along with the lack of talent of their offspring is telling; considering all the advantages they had as children of elite functionaries.

To be indifferent to others is the greatest strength of any past, present and future functionary. I don't think it takes much talent or skill, but it seems a Ivy League education has a way of detaching their alumni from his/her empathy or regard for those less fortunate.

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