I also thought that Kerry's comment was very degrading. I'd bet there were many in the audience who make more than $200,000.
I also hated it when Kerry TWICE referred to our finest as "kids". Our servicemen are not KIDS. They are men and women in the highest regard.
Kerry is an elitist snob.
Yes, not all wealthy people walk around dripping in diamonds. Kerry made a huge assumption and a huge mistake.