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[–] belrial ago 

It is because they perceive themselves as physically weak, therefore they think that using "superior intellect" they can get everyone to share their weakness. Up until the '70's most Americans who were in a weak position perceived themselves as temporarily down, and would get back on their feet. After decades of being told that it is "the strong holding down the weak and we need to stick it to the man!" people have begun to accept weakness as a virtue instead of a temporary setback.

I wish I could find the author who said "The biggest reason socialism does not take hold in America is because most people view themselves as embarrassed millionaires."

Now that is no longer the case and a lot of people have given up on the American dream that if you work, invest, use your head, and keep your wits about you you will succeed.