Is class snobbery a social reality in the United States? Absolutely, and the kind that's codified by meritocracy is probably more toxic than the old-fashioned kind based on bloodlines.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I think snobbery is one of the oldest customs in the world, and the rich will always find ways to rank each other and make themselves feel more special than others.
I have a class prejudice - against the upper class, which is foolish.
I deeply detest social distinction and snobbery, and in that lies my strong aversion to titular honours.
Hypocrisy is the essence of snobbery, but all snobbery is about the problem of belonging.
America is a meritocracy.
All the people I know have been conditioned by snobbery.
Increasingly, to dismiss any popular artistic style is seen as the worst kind of snobbery. And snobbery, it goes without saying, is unacceptable in a diverse and democratic world.
We're a phenomenally snobby society, and it's such a rich seam. The middle class is so funny: it's the class I know best, and it's the class where you find the most pretension, so that's what makes the middle classes so funny.
Yes, look, social class is definitely an issue in Britain, it is definitely an issue and I think that most people across the country would sympathise with the idea that there are lots of people with talent and ability all across this country who want to make more of themselves and part of the responsibility of government is to make that happen.
Meritocracy is a good thing. Whenever possibly, people should be judged based on their work and results, not superficial qualities.