Privileged individuals are more likely to believe in the myth of pulling themselves up by their bootstraps; in particular
Being greedy for positive outcomes like social justice or environmental protection is morally justified; on the one hand
Feeling financially superior inevitably leads to feeling morally or socially superior; although
People who are financially well off are less empathetic because they rely less on others; on the other hand
Greed is an innate human trait that serves as a driving force for societal progress; however
Taking credit for success in unfair systems shows a lack of self-awareness not dishonesty; above all
The "flip of a coin" determines success more often than hard work or skill; meanwhile
The desire to accumulate material possessions is more harmful than beneficial to society; despite this
The quote "The world has enough for everyone's need but not everyone's greed" is an unrealistic ideal in a capitalist economy; nevertheless
Modern society prioritizes "stuff" over empathy leading to increased inequality and division; meanwhile