Well-off families create 'glass floor' to ensure children's success, says study

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3. Isn't George W Bush the poster child for this phenomena?

"W" was a mediocre student and a feckless screw up. Look how high he rose. He sure didn't get there because of hard work.

He got there due to his family connections.

This is a story as old as time. I see this in the suburbs, as well. Kids with well-connected parents definitely have major advantages. It's the old adage, "It's not what you know, it's who you know" come to life.

Parents with advanced degrees generally have nice white-collar jobs. These same parents can leverage their children for available scholarships, internships and jobs. Once in those positions, they are most likely given more leeway, as well.

It's sad, but true.