I think I can agree with those who feel that class distinction exists and it sucks.
Sometime ago, I took part in a discussion of minor sports. I suggested that how thick Dad's wallet was, as opposed to how good the kid might be with a hockey or lacrosse stick, had a rather large impact on being selected to a "Representative"(all star) team. I didn't just make the statement, I proved my point, identifying several individuals that if not for the lack of money they could have taken their talent to unknown heights.