As any of my readers know, I'm a supporter of free markets and capitalism. Ergo, you will not see me bashing Wall Streeters in general.
In particular, however... do not think that choices those who work in high finance are immune from committing acts of enormous stupidity. Here is one.
Goldman Sachs investment banker Jeffrey Verschleiser, accused in lawsuits of illicitly profiting from bad mortgages that led to the 2008 meltdown, is spending $1 million to take over a swanky Aspen, Colo., hotel for his Upper East Side daughter’s bat mitzvah, sources said.
Verscheisler is taking over the luxury Hotel Jerome for the entire weekend, and perks for the guests reportedly include autographs from pro skiers.
Sure. Ruin the financial lives of untold thousands. Then follow it up with an obscene display of wealth and materialism. Silly me. I thought that the purpose of a bat mitzvah was to celebrate a girl's entry into womanhood, learn about her faith and then celebrate with family and friends.
I didn't realize that parents behaving as buffoons and teaching their daughter all the wrong sort of values was also an integral part. Live and learn.
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