Comment by dns_snek

> You should not make up an enemy that does not exist.

Maybe not by that name, but that enemy is classism and it transcends geography. Many people are quick to make extremely serious moral judgements about less fortunate people because they haven't been in that position.

> There are many otherwise "sane" people that like punishment, many of these people are the ones that has led a life of struggle.

There are many people who don't want others to have it easier than they had it, even when the solution is harmless. Many people even endure unnecessary hardship by choice because it allows them to feel morally superior to everyone else. It may feel compelling but it's not right, and it's not beneficial to society.