为何“小权力”的任性，更能刺痛公众神经？

Group 1 - The incident involving the Mercedes driver demanding to be let through has sparked significant public outrage due to its implications of privilege and inequality in society [1][6] - The event highlights the growing sensitivity of the public towards privilege and the diminishing tolerance for such behaviors, especially in the context of ongoing efforts to promote equality and fairness [1][6] - The local authorities acknowledged that the situation escalated from a minor traffic dispute to a major public relations issue due to inadequate handling [1][6] Group 2 - Grassroots privilege often ignites public anger because it directly affects individuals in their daily lives, contrasting with the more distant nature of high-level corruption [2][3] - The perception that local officials should embody fairness and justice is undermined when they engage in self-serving behaviors, leading to a loss of trust in public institutions [3][4] - The psychological and cultural factors contributing to grassroots privilege include role conflicts, low oversight, and a tendency to rationalize unethical behavior [4][5] Group 3 - The persistence of privilege undermines social trust and can destabilize the foundations of governance, as seen in the public's reaction to the incident [6][7] - The implementation of the Central Eight Regulations aims to curb privilege and promote accountability among officials, reflecting a societal demand for equality [6][7] - Effective measures against privilege must focus on daily practices, transparency, and accountability to prevent the normalization of such behaviors [7]