The Dynasty Factor

I am reading "The Family, The Real Story of the Bush Dynasty" by Kitty Kelley.

It occurs to me that there are various family dynasties, both in politics and business, which naturally seek hegemony (leadership).

The Kennedy family is another example in politics. The Rocafeller family is an example in business.

Many children from such families have achieved high positions of leadership. Some have done quite a bit to improve the human condition I am sure.

But, it occurs to me that someone born and bred in such a dynastic family cannot hope to relate to the common many in the street in the same manner as someone who has risen to power from poor surroundings, from a family which lacks prominence and visibility.

Obviously, I think of Obama as I write this.

I hope to post more about Ms. Kelly's book on the Bush Dynasty.

I am not trying to be cruel. Rather, I believe that now is an important point in history to reflect upon such issues.