This post discusses the failure of the American Gentry, the impact of technology on the workforce, the two-class truth of society, and the need for a post-scarcity, class-free society. It also explores the rise of authoritarian leaders like Trump and the importance of abolishing hereditary social class distinctions.
The document presents Michael O Church’s theory of social class structure in America, proposing three distinct ladders: Labor, Gentry, and Elite. Each ladder has four social classes and there is an additional underclass that doesn't belong to any of the ladders. The author provides a detailed explanation and characteristics of each class, including their income range, social role, cultural influence, job security, and access to opportunities.