<blockquote>That moment would have been almost unimaginable 20 years ago on “Seinfeld,” where the characters were self-absorbed more than entitled. As the men prepare to go, Mr. Baldwin says, “You realize we have to leave Rebecca a $1,000 tip.” This is what can pass for politeness among masters of the universe: humiliate, then compensate.</blockquote>
via <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2014/04/15/us/seinfeld-his-show-and-inequality.html?ref=television">Seinfeld, His Show, and Inequality - NYTimes.com</a>.