well it is the same in one way, those in government or heavily connected to it are the one percenters. It is not a wealth thing, it is a power thing. I don't think any form of government is different in this regard

In the West the politicians are adept at playing the public opinion game and between that and laws can keep those who earn their way through work to the top paying those in government. That last part may be sarcasm, trouble is when I read the news I am never sure