Capitalism's finest hour

If not for the multinationals and their unethical forms of attaining ridiculous amounts of profit, driven through corporate greed, the executives and their children showcase their exuberant behaviour. This is the most appalling example of a Facebook group that I have ever seen. "Rich Ass Toronto Brats."

You would think that within Canada that holds a close-to egalitarian democracy that these types of oppressive behaviour wouldn't exist. I guess that is too liberal of me to give society the benefit of the doubt.

As excerpted from the following URL:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2315217543

"This group is only meant to house an elitist and snobby bunch of spoiled friends from Toronto. We were all schooled and lived in the same neighbourhoods together but most importanlty we share the same conceited values and take pride in it. You must know at least TEN brats in this group to join in addition to the following requirements.

Family:

* All members of your family have comfortable roles in companies they work in. If not working for someone, then fortune must be inherited from a wealthy relative. Note: Lotto winnings do not count.

* You have associations with the Thomsons, Westons, Eatons to name a few.

Living:

* Rosedale, Forest Hill, and Lawrence Park are the only acceptable neighbourhoods. Bridal Path is not included - the wealth in this neighbourhood hasn't been flowing long enough nor does it have the same sense of old-fashioned tradition.

Schooling:

* You attended a school abroad at least once in your life.

* Secondary Schools: Upper Canada College, St. Mikes, De La Salle College and Crescent

* University: Trinity College at U of T or McGill (Montreal)

* You were a member of a fraternity

Lifestyle:

* You're not afraid to get your Abercrombie polo shirt dirty - you can always buy more

* A&F and Hollister are not status symbols but merely clothes you've been wearing before they opened their own stores in Toronto

* Preppiness is something that's in you... you don't force it by popping your collar shirts.

* You drink Starbucks not because you can... but it's all you can stomach. Lattes ordered at 146º celsius are often necessary to start your day right.

* You see "clubbing on Richmond Street" as a mating ritual for desperate suburbian crawlers therefore you don't do it. You snub the idea.

* You don't just rely on the gym to stay in shape. You have recreational activities often reserved for the rich such as playing golf or water polo

* You consider Paris Hilton as trash and a tainted slut.

* Shopping on Bloor Street is for flamming gay men and "wannabes" - you're better off buying things online with your parent's credit card.

* You travel to Cali at least once a year or any coastal region that speak English.

* ...and lastly you have to be extremely attractive.

Disclaimer: These requirements may change without notice and members may be kicked off also without notice - though I doubt it since I know everyone in this group."