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[–] UnderpantsWeevil@lemmy.world 10 points 9 months ago

Petite bourgeoisie is what the proletariat are expected to aspire towards. And the way you break into that class is by showing obsequiousness towards the bourgeoisie while enjoying the privilege of unchecked abuse towards the proles.

The crabs in a bucket get a prize if they can climb to the top for long enough.