Answer:
I believe the US is a topography.
sincerly sackman Jones DLUX
I've reconsidered my answer. The US is a big giant cloak. And surely if you've heard about the concept of meritocracy, than you already understand that this question cannot simply be answered as yes or no. Of course those in power can manipulate those without power, keeping the green reigns at constant grasp. This, however, does not mean that the bully rider cannot be knocked off. With time, any last name will surely lose its flare. The "rockefellar" will eventually loose its esteemed position. The boss will eventually be unemplyed. In a fair world, we would live in a meritocracy where our lives were based on our last attempt and not our last name...but it would also drive us insane. Don't worry though, because eventually all of us will be old kings.