Chief Chaos and Jimmyt: You are both right!

I too, was one of those who succeeded despite the odds. Its not impossible to get a degree without parental support but it means a huge debt load and long hours of minimum wage work while studying.

The point is that there is an ever widening gap between the rich and the poor. Even with that degree in hand, the jobs usually go to family and friends (nepotism), not necessarily the most competent.

d