The psychology behind what makes us do what we do is worth considering as well. Our culture often determines our willingness to make systemic changes. In America, the rich rule and we're told to aspire to be like them. In fact, the American Dream is built on the idea that anyone can become one of the rich as long as they're not afraid of hard work. So, we focus on getting into the club rather than abolishing the club. The club has always been there. It's as American as apple pie. The colonies left England and the King only to create a new version of the king and the king's men.