I am not sure Joe Sixpack does.
I think it is Holy Joe in the evangelical trough who swallows it. He believes in anything he is fed as if it's an article of faith.
Blessed are the rich, for theirs is the kingdom of Mammon.
Blessed are those who pay off porn stars, for they shall be acquitted.
Blessed are the heirs, for they shall inherit estates.
Blessed are the warmongers...
Like you say, gourmet ain't what they slosh into the sty.