The median net worth of a member of Congress is about $1,008,767, 14 times more than that of a typical American household. The average per capita net worth of the 10 wealthiest members of Congress is about $192 million. These facts show that:
A. democracy is corrupt.
B. lawmakers tend to come from lives of privilege.
C. we pay our politicians highly because their services are so valuable.
D. anyone can become president.
Answer: B
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