Reality is anyone with a clue knows it's a lie and they know the truth. They just go along with the lie because those that know better but are sometimes on board with socialism for ideological reasons based on equality. They are willing to except unfair practices, inefficiency, etc because deep down inside they have a secular, centralist view of the world where some idea of “equality” is paramount.
Those who truly understand socialism and are still on board with it are secretly convinced deep down that they are smart enough, savvy enough, connected enough to game the system to their own benefit.