| I wouldn't say intellectuals and elitists are the same. I think the right wing perception of the "elites" is that they are out of touch with most people and are not subject to the same rules as everyone else. Basically rich people who don't know what it is like to be the common man but think they know what is best for him. These people do exist. I would put intellectuals in a different category. There may be some overlapping, but one is not the other.
That said, both major parties abuse the ignorant masses. Anytime you hear a statement made by a politician that isn't backed up by logic and fact, they are exploiting the ignorance of the common folk. Both candidates (Obama and McCain) come to mind. Listen to anything they say- most of it is ridiculous little motivational snippets that would make any intelligent person nauseous. |