Bluebell
Nothing 'elitist'in my opinion.
It was a perfectly rational comment to make to the OP. Wasn't the question basically why are/do M.P's get the title of 'expert' when they have little or no knowlege when commenting on a subject.
Alan Johnson was a good example regarding the point being made. He himself said on many occassions he had to do some serious studying once he was given the position of Shadow Chancellor.
What being orphaned or having marital problems had to do with the OP looses me. I was also wise enough not to make the point by using only Labour M.P''s.
I am annoyed you tell me I am dismissive of working class people. I AM WORKING CLASS.
Passports not in the drawer I always keep them in. Turning the place upside down.