Why does some people despise elitism?

Because they are unable to attain it.

A simple answer, from a simple mind.

August 23, 2008, 5:20 PM EDT

It’s not that they think he’s better than they are, they think he thinks he’s better than they are. Complete bullshit…but’s that’s how “they” feel.

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit.”
— Aristotle
and repeatedly pointing out you’re excellent, therefore, makes you an ass…

well said andwith the perfect quote wildflower

Because the media likes conflict and it is a non issue to sidetrack ignorant people from real problems.

like the golden Dig’ em in family guy that gets distracted by the threat of that bill being passed

Is it possible to simultaneously answer this question and correct its grammar?

@Jason: (Magnus’ mother tongue is Norwegian. I find his command of English humbling).

It’s ok, please correct me.
Thanks gali!

Despise what you can’t have, is the best way to not feel that bad…

Jealousy.