According to a report by Raw Story on Sunday, January 7, 2024, Rachel Vindman, co-host of “The Suburban Woman Problem,” has taken to Threads to mockingly highlight the privilege of financial influence in securing opportunities.
She quipped, “Like when I didn’t have the grades or test scores or intellect to get into Harvard, my dad donated $2.5M and it was done.
Come on, losers, “figure it out.” The irony is palpable as Jared Kushner himself, according to ProPublica gained admission to Harvard after a substantial donation from his father.
Dietrich Bader, a renowned actor and comedian added a touch of sarcasm, suggesting that Kushner likely “pulled out the silver spoon to say that.”
This portrays the perception that Kushner’s success is more a result of his privileged upbringing than genuine merit.
The online mockery extended to discussions about Kushner’s purported obstacles. Gail Nelson facetiously pointed out that Kushner’s major “obstacle” was the security clearance he couldn’t clear, humorously asserting that his father-in-law Donald Trump took care of that for him.
Efren Ledesma sarcastically questioned the fairness of the situation, stating, “If this rich white kid could do it, then any rich white kid should be able to do it.”
These comments highlight the perceived preferential treatment Kushner received, raising questions about fairness and equality in accessing opportunities.
Phyllis Martin Tallent brought Kushner’s wife Ivanka Trump into the spotlight, commenting on her autobiography, which she suggests was “written” in her 20s about becoming a successful CEO.
Tallent humorously disclosed the spoiler that her success was facilitated by her father purchasing a company and its staff.
This remark brings more narrative, emphasizing a pattern of financial influence within Kushner’s family.
Moreover, the report touches on Kushner’s financial ventures, noting that despite lacking experience in running a hedge fund or investment business, he received a staggering $2 billion from the Saudi Public Investment Fund to start his operation.
This further fuels the perception that Kushner’s success is strongly tied to his family connections rather than his own merit or experience.
The internet’s ridicule intensified after a 40-second clip from an October interview was unearthed. In the interview with Lex Fridman, Kushner discussed overcoming “challenges” in business and life.
He emphasized the need to focus and persevere, stating, “I think it’s just something where, if you want to accomplish something, you know, a lot of people, I hear, complain about what other people do or why it’s hard, or why it’s impossible,” Kushner said.
“And again, I say this as someone who has been so blessed with so many things in life, but when I’ve had challenges or things I’ve wanted to achieve, I just focus and say, ‘What can I do?’ I’ll read everything I can get my hands on. If I fail at one thing, if the door closes, I’ll try the window. If the window closes, I’ll try the chimney. If the chimney closes, I’ll try to dig a tunnel.”
“I’ll just, if you want to accomplish something, you just have to go at it.”
However, many found irony in these remarks, given the apparent ease with which Kushner navigated challenges, backed by his family’s wealth and influence.
Ron Filipkowski, editor and chief of Meidas Touch, highlighted this contradiction by sharing the interview segment following an attack on Israel.
While the interview primarily focused on geopolitical issues, Kushner’s attempt to weave in advice about overcoming challenges in his personal life became a source of considerable ridicule.
