You know this guy came up to me last week - big guy, tough guy - and said Sir, religion is the opium of the masses - tears in his eyes. He’s got a point there

No where near the level of power/wealth/fame... but I've seen plenty of pols/fame/wealthy people interact at parties/events, and the asskissing that happens is incredible. They all think they are more important for being the guy being seen with The Guy. It has to be that * 1000. All they care about.