So much effort for a self-righteous framework of contempt for certain people. In recent years, I have observed several people up close who uncompromisingly foc

So much effort for a self-righteous framework of contempt for certain people. In recent years, I have observed several people up close who uncompromisingly focus their lives on economic success. What these people have in common is a remarkable shallowness of character and intellect, which I also find reflected in this essay.