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Meritocracy
We've been taught to feel very good about the fact that many of our societies are now apparently 'meritocracies.' But the concept of meritocracy is - from close up - rather more peculiar than modern politicians make out.
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published: 24 Aug 2015
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Is Meritocracy a Myth?
Education in the United States is supposed to be meritocratic, meaning a student’s achievement is measured solely by their efforts. But how do class and privilege affect opportunity, and does everyone really get the same shot? Glad You Asked host Fabiola Cineas explores how the myth of meritocracy perpetuates racism while keeping the American dream achievable only for a privileged few.
0:00 Intro
1:44 Is Meritocracy A Myth?
2:51 Playing Rigged
6:02 What Is A Meritocracy?
8:42 Measuring Merit
14:12 Sisters
18:40 Wrap Up
published: 02 Apr 2021
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Meritocracy In Singapore Schools: Can It Breed Inequality? | Measuring Meritocracy | Full Episode
This episode examines the impact of meritocracy on Singapore's education system, delving into its origins, evolution and current state. It explores the positive and negative aspects of meritocracy, how it has contributed to the nation's success, but also how it has led to division, resentment, and inequality among citizens.
We examine the specific challenges and issues that have arisen as a result of meritocracy in the education system, such as parentocracy and streaming, and how they affect students' opportunities and lives. It also looks at the impact of meritocracy on different groups of students. We offer potential solutions to address these issues and make the education system more fair, inclusive, and equal, while also addressing the need for reform to prevent further division and ...
published: 24 Feb 2023
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The tyranny of merit | Michael Sandel
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What accounts for our polarized public life, and how can we begin to heal it? Political philosopher Michael Sandel offers a surprising answer: those who have flourished need to look in the mirror. He explores how "meritocratic hubris" leads many to believe their success is their own doing and to look down on those who haven't made it, provoking resentment and inflaming the divide between "winners" and "losers" in the new economy. Hear why we need to reconsider the meaning of success and recognize the role of luck in order to create a less rancorous, more generous civic life.
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published: 15 Sep 2020
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"The Meritocracy" Isn't Real
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published: 17 Aug 2022
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Is The US Really A Meritocracy?
One of the most common misconceptions about US society is that we live under a perfectly fair, egalitarian system which rewards those who have intelligence and a strong work ethic. This is the myth of American meritocracy. In this episode, we'll explore why the US is not a true meritocracy, and why we shouldn't want to live in one regardless.
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Monopoly as critique: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20170728-monopoly-was-invented-to-demonstrate-the-evils-of-capitalism
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published: 28 May 2021
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Why meritocracy is America’s most destructive myth | DeRay Mckesson | Big Think
Why meritocracy is America’s most destructive myth
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When fighting for social justice, there is a difference between equality and equity.
It's not radical to fight for a world where everyone has the same access to education, has food, and is equal in the eyes of the criminal justice system.
There is no real meritocracy if some people disproportionately benefit from the system just because of their skin color.
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published: 20 Sep 2018
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Michael Sandel vs Adrian Wooldridge on Meritocracy
Micheal Sandel and Adrian Wooldridge go head to head in this debate on meritocracy. Meritocracy has long been an article of faith in the modern Western world. Get an education, work hard and the rewards of success will be yours, regardless of class, privilege or wealth. But recently meritocracy has come under attack, with the charge led by Michael Sandel, the Harvard philosopher whose public debates on how we define the common good have won him a global following.
But not everyone agrees. Taking issue with much of Sandel’s arguments is Adrian Wooldridge, the political editor at The Economist. In this week's debate they argue whether we need more or less meritocracy in society. The host is BBC broadcaster Ritula Shah.
For the Intelligence Squared discount on Michael Sandel's new book clic...
published: 23 Sep 2021
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Harvard Philosopher Exposes the Flaws of Meritocracy | Amanpour and Company
In his new book, celebrated philosopher Michael Sandel argues that the ruling class in politics, business, and higher education exploited meritocracy to lock in their status and devalue essential contributions of the working class. He joins Christiane to explain this theory.
Originally aired on September 9, 2020.
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published: 14 Sep 2020
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Daniel Markovits | Meritocracy Debate | Propositon (3/8) | Oxford Union
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If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again...The idea of meritocracy has dominated political discourse since the term was coined by Michael Young in 1958. More than 60 years on, accusations of cronyism and inequality still hound The Establishment. In a society where wealth, education, and connections are crucial, the merit of meritocracy is drawn into question. Is meritocracy a failed relic of the past or a guiding light for the future?
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published: 29 Jan 2022
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Meritocracy
We've been taught to feel very good about the fact that many of our societies are now apparently 'meritocracies.' But the concept of meritocracy is - from close...
We've been taught to feel very good about the fact that many of our societies are now apparently 'meritocracies.' But the concept of meritocracy is - from close up - rather more peculiar than modern politicians make out.
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We've been taught to feel very good about the fact that many of our societies are now apparently 'meritocracies.' But the concept of meritocracy is - from close up - rather more peculiar than modern politicians make out.
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- published: 24 Aug 2015
- views: 426437
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Is Meritocracy a Myth?
Education in the United States is supposed to be meritocratic, meaning a student’s achievement is measured solely by their efforts. But how do class and privile...
Education in the United States is supposed to be meritocratic, meaning a student’s achievement is measured solely by their efforts. But how do class and privilege affect opportunity, and does everyone really get the same shot? Glad You Asked host Fabiola Cineas explores how the myth of meritocracy perpetuates racism while keeping the American dream achievable only for a privileged few.
0:00 Intro
1:44 Is Meritocracy A Myth?
2:51 Playing Rigged
6:02 What Is A Meritocracy?
8:42 Measuring Merit
14:12 Sisters
18:40 Wrap Up
https://wn.com/Is_Meritocracy_A_Myth
Education in the United States is supposed to be meritocratic, meaning a student’s achievement is measured solely by their efforts. But how do class and privilege affect opportunity, and does everyone really get the same shot? Glad You Asked host Fabiola Cineas explores how the myth of meritocracy perpetuates racism while keeping the American dream achievable only for a privileged few.
0:00 Intro
1:44 Is Meritocracy A Myth?
2:51 Playing Rigged
6:02 What Is A Meritocracy?
8:42 Measuring Merit
14:12 Sisters
18:40 Wrap Up
- published: 02 Apr 2021
- views: 2182075
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Meritocracy In Singapore Schools: Can It Breed Inequality? | Measuring Meritocracy | Full Episode
This episode examines the impact of meritocracy on Singapore's education system, delving into its origins, evolution and current state. It explores the positive...
This episode examines the impact of meritocracy on Singapore's education system, delving into its origins, evolution and current state. It explores the positive and negative aspects of meritocracy, how it has contributed to the nation's success, but also how it has led to division, resentment, and inequality among citizens.
We examine the specific challenges and issues that have arisen as a result of meritocracy in the education system, such as parentocracy and streaming, and how they affect students' opportunities and lives. It also looks at the impact of meritocracy on different groups of students. We offer potential solutions to address these issues and make the education system more fair, inclusive, and equal, while also addressing the need for reform to prevent further division and resentment.
WATCH MORE Measuring Meritocracy
Part 2: https://youtu.be/YQJNumSd02Q
0:00 Introduction
1:52 What's meritocracy to you?
2:25 Rise of Singaporean meritocracy
9:32 How meritocracy can breed inequality: parentocracy
18:11 Education in Singapore: an arms race?
22:44 Streaming: a meritocratic sorting system?
34:49 Why meritocracy is a conflicting issue
35:30 Meritocracy and the common good
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This episode examines the impact of meritocracy on Singapore's education system, delving into its origins, evolution and current state. It explores the positive and negative aspects of meritocracy, how it has contributed to the nation's success, but also how it has led to division, resentment, and inequality among citizens.
We examine the specific challenges and issues that have arisen as a result of meritocracy in the education system, such as parentocracy and streaming, and how they affect students' opportunities and lives. It also looks at the impact of meritocracy on different groups of students. We offer potential solutions to address these issues and make the education system more fair, inclusive, and equal, while also addressing the need for reform to prevent further division and resentment.
WATCH MORE Measuring Meritocracy
Part 2: https://youtu.be/YQJNumSd02Q
0:00 Introduction
1:52 What's meritocracy to you?
2:25 Rise of Singaporean meritocracy
9:32 How meritocracy can breed inequality: parentocracy
18:11 Education in Singapore: an arms race?
22:44 Streaming: a meritocratic sorting system?
34:49 Why meritocracy is a conflicting issue
35:30 Meritocracy and the common good
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About the show: Measuring Meritocracy examines meritocracy in Singapore, and globally, and its impact on education and the workplace. It explores challenges and solutions for creating a fairer and inclusive system.
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- published: 24 Feb 2023
- views: 151784
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The tyranny of merit | Michael Sandel
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What accounts for our polarized public life, and how can we begin to heal it? Political philosopher Michael Sandel offers a surprising answer: those who have flourished need to look in the mirror. He explores how "meritocratic hubris" leads many to believe their success is their own doing and to look down on those who haven't made it, provoking resentment and inflaming the divide between "winners" and "losers" in the new economy. Hear why we need to reconsider the meaning of success and recognize the role of luck in order to create a less rancorous, more generous civic life.
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What accounts for our polarized public life, and how can we begin to heal it? Political philosopher Michael Sandel offers a surprising answer: those who have flourished need to look in the mirror. He explores how "meritocratic hubris" leads many to believe their success is their own doing and to look down on those who haven't made it, provoking resentment and inflaming the divide between "winners" and "losers" in the new economy. Hear why we need to reconsider the meaning of success and recognize the role of luck in order to create a less rancorous, more generous civic life.
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- published: 15 Sep 2020
- views: 474034
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"The Meritocracy" Isn't Real
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- published: 17 Aug 2022
- views: 478174
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Is The US Really A Meritocracy?
One of the most common misconceptions about US society is that we live under a perfectly fair, egalitarian system which rewards those who have intelligence and ...
One of the most common misconceptions about US society is that we live under a perfectly fair, egalitarian system which rewards those who have intelligence and a strong work ethic. This is the myth of American meritocracy. In this episode, we'll explore why the US is not a true meritocracy, and why we shouldn't want to live in one regardless.
Is The US Really A Meritocracy? – Second Thought
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Citations and further reading:
Monopoly study: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2021/04/does-wealth-rob-brain-compassion/618496/
Monopoly as critique: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20170728-monopoly-was-invented-to-demonstrate-the-evils-of-capitalism
Opportunity Atlas: https://www.opportunityatlas.org
SAT eugenicist: https://commons.princeton.edu/livinglaboratories/2016/10/24/the-origins-of-the-sat/
Meritocracy and Extreme Wealth Study: https://www-cdn.oxfam.org/s3fs-public/file_attachments/dp-extreme-wealth-is-not-merited-241115-en.pdf
Myth of Meritocracy: https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2021/01/the-myth-of-meritocracy-according-to-michael-sandel/
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One of the most common misconceptions about US society is that we live under a perfectly fair, egalitarian system which rewards those who have intelligence and a strong work ethic. This is the myth of American meritocracy. In this episode, we'll explore why the US is not a true meritocracy, and why we shouldn't want to live in one regardless.
Is The US Really A Meritocracy? – Second Thought
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Monopoly study: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2021/04/does-wealth-rob-brain-compassion/618496/
Monopoly as critique: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20170728-monopoly-was-invented-to-demonstrate-the-evils-of-capitalism
Opportunity Atlas: https://www.opportunityatlas.org
SAT eugenicist: https://commons.princeton.edu/livinglaboratories/2016/10/24/the-origins-of-the-sat/
Meritocracy and Extreme Wealth Study: https://www-cdn.oxfam.org/s3fs-public/file_attachments/dp-extreme-wealth-is-not-merited-241115-en.pdf
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- published: 28 May 2021
- views: 296614
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Why meritocracy is America’s most destructive myth | DeRay Mckesson | Big Think
Why meritocracy is America’s most destructive myth
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When fighting for social justice, there is a difference between equality and equity.
It's not radical to fight for a world where everyone has the same access to education, has food, and is equal in the eyes of the criminal justice system.
There is no real meritocracy if some people disproportionately benefit from the system just because of their skin color.
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DERAY MCKESSON:
DeRay Mckesson is a civil rights activist, community organizer, and the host of Crooked Media's award-winning podcast, Pod Save the People. He started his career as an educator and came to prominence for his participation in, and documentation of, the Ferguson protests and the movement they birthed, and for publicly advocating for victims of police violence and to end mass incarceration. He's spoken at venues from the White House to the Oxford Union, at universities, and on TV. Named one of Time's 30 Most Influential People on the Internet and #11 on Fortune's World's Greatest Leaders list, he has received honorary doctorates from The New School and the Maryland Institute College of Art. A leading voice in the Black Lives Matter movement and the co-founder of Campaign Zero, a policy platform to end police violence, Mckesson lives in Baltimore, Maryland.
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DeRay Mckesson: I wanted to write about what it means that some people seemingly have to “earn” or do something to deserve access to things that we think about as basic necessities. So how hard can you work to earn access to a meal every night, or like what do you have to do to “deserve” a good education? What do you have to do to deserve to have housing? And that’s one of the ways that race sort of works in this country, is that there’s some people that are deemed “inherently worthy.” So we think about the way whiteness works and white supremacy, white people are just deemed worthy of things, but there’s this notion that you need to work extra hard to deserve a great public education. I am from Baltimore and when you think about the school system Baltimore City is not funded equitably at all and it’s like, what do those kids have to do to like earn equitable funding? They actually don’t need to do anything besides just be alive! And one of the things that we need to do is make sure that we set up a system where people just have the basic necessities like food, water, education. We can guarantee that. There’s no reason why we don’t have it. I actually think about the difference between equality and equity. Equality is “everybody gets the same thing,” equity is that “people get what they need and deserve.” And the work of justice, we’re almost always fighting for equity. So we think about things like school funding, we are not asking for equal funding, we know that it just costs more to educate kids who grow up in poverty, it costs more to educate kids with special needs, and we know that we need to pay that cost, that those kids deserve that. We’re not saying that every kid it costs the same to educate every kid, that’s just not true. We want a world of equity where people get what they need and deserve. We know the disparities around criminal justice, that there are disparities around race and we want an equitable system that doesn’t penalize people for where they live, how they show up, what ZIP Code they come from. So the difference between equity and equality is an important distinction, and the only way to get to equality—equality of access, whatever metric of equality you want—is by having equity of resources, equity of experiences, that the equity piece says that “you need something different and you deserve something different, and from a system level I’m going to make sure that you have access to that.” So I was talking to somebody about food stamps once and she was like, “People should have to work for food stamps because if they work for it they’ll have dignity.” Like, not eating, I think, is pretty like—not having food is a lack of dignity right there. Food is one of those basic things— we have enough food that we could feed everybody, we have enough water that everybody can have three meals every single day, like we can guarantee those things, we don’t need to artificially create this “requirement” that people work so they can earn food. Like we can actually guarantee these basic things for people. And one of the things that we have to do as we fight for social justice is talk about these things, as basic as they are...
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When fighting for social justice, there is a difference between equality and equity.
It's not radical to fight for a world where everyone has the same access to education, has food, and is equal in the eyes of the criminal justice system.
There is no real meritocracy if some people disproportionately benefit from the system just because of their skin color.
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DERAY MCKESSON:
DeRay Mckesson is a civil rights activist, community organizer, and the host of Crooked Media's award-winning podcast, Pod Save the People. He started his career as an educator and came to prominence for his participation in, and documentation of, the Ferguson protests and the movement they birthed, and for publicly advocating for victims of police violence and to end mass incarceration. He's spoken at venues from the White House to the Oxford Union, at universities, and on TV. Named one of Time's 30 Most Influential People on the Internet and #11 on Fortune's World's Greatest Leaders list, he has received honorary doctorates from The New School and the Maryland Institute College of Art. A leading voice in the Black Lives Matter movement and the co-founder of Campaign Zero, a policy platform to end police violence, Mckesson lives in Baltimore, Maryland.
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DeRay Mckesson: I wanted to write about what it means that some people seemingly have to “earn” or do something to deserve access to things that we think about as basic necessities. So how hard can you work to earn access to a meal every night, or like what do you have to do to “deserve” a good education? What do you have to do to deserve to have housing? And that’s one of the ways that race sort of works in this country, is that there’s some people that are deemed “inherently worthy.” So we think about the way whiteness works and white supremacy, white people are just deemed worthy of things, but there’s this notion that you need to work extra hard to deserve a great public education. I am from Baltimore and when you think about the school system Baltimore City is not funded equitably at all and it’s like, what do those kids have to do to like earn equitable funding? They actually don’t need to do anything besides just be alive! And one of the things that we need to do is make sure that we set up a system where people just have the basic necessities like food, water, education. We can guarantee that. There’s no reason why we don’t have it. I actually think about the difference between equality and equity. Equality is “everybody gets the same thing,” equity is that “people get what they need and deserve.” And the work of justice, we’re almost always fighting for equity. So we think about things like school funding, we are not asking for equal funding, we know that it just costs more to educate kids who grow up in poverty, it costs more to educate kids with special needs, and we know that we need to pay that cost, that those kids deserve that. We’re not saying that every kid it costs the same to educate every kid, that’s just not true. We want a world of equity where people get what they need and deserve. We know the disparities around criminal justice, that there are disparities around race and we want an equitable system that doesn’t penalize people for where they live, how they show up, what ZIP Code they come from. So the difference between equity and equality is an important distinction, and the only way to get to equality—equality of access, whatever metric of equality you want—is by having equity of resources, equity of experiences, that the equity piece says that “you need something different and you deserve something different, and from a system level I’m going to make sure that you have access to that.” So I was talking to somebody about food stamps once and she was like, “People should have to work for food stamps because if they work for it they’ll have dignity.” Like, not eating, I think, is pretty like—not having food is a lack of dignity right there. Food is one of those basic things— we have enough food that we could feed everybody, we have enough water that everybody can have three meals every single day, like we can guarantee those things, we don’t need to artificially create this “requirement” that people work so they can earn food. Like we can actually guarantee these basic things for people. And one of the things that we have to do as we fight for social justice is talk about these things, as basic as they are...
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- published: 20 Sep 2018
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Michael Sandel vs Adrian Wooldridge on Meritocracy
Micheal Sandel and Adrian Wooldridge go head to head in this debate on meritocracy. Meritocracy has long been an article of faith in the modern Western world. G...
Micheal Sandel and Adrian Wooldridge go head to head in this debate on meritocracy. Meritocracy has long been an article of faith in the modern Western world. Get an education, work hard and the rewards of success will be yours, regardless of class, privilege or wealth. But recently meritocracy has come under attack, with the charge led by Michael Sandel, the Harvard philosopher whose public debates on how we define the common good have won him a global following.
But not everyone agrees. Taking issue with much of Sandel’s arguments is Adrian Wooldridge, the political editor at The Economist. In this week's debate they argue whether we need more or less meritocracy in society. The host is BBC broadcaster Ritula Shah.
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Micheal Sandel and Adrian Wooldridge go head to head in this debate on meritocracy. Meritocracy has long been an article of faith in the modern Western world. Get an education, work hard and the rewards of success will be yours, regardless of class, privilege or wealth. But recently meritocracy has come under attack, with the charge led by Michael Sandel, the Harvard philosopher whose public debates on how we define the common good have won him a global following.
But not everyone agrees. Taking issue with much of Sandel’s arguments is Adrian Wooldridge, the political editor at The Economist. In this week's debate they argue whether we need more or less meritocracy in society. The host is BBC broadcaster Ritula Shah.
For the Intelligence Squared discount on Michael Sandel's new book click here: https://www.primrosehillbooks.com/product/the-tyranny-of-merit-whats-become-of-the-common-good-michael-j-sandel-pb/
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- published: 23 Sep 2021
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Harvard Philosopher Exposes the Flaws of Meritocracy | Amanpour and Company
In his new book, celebrated philosopher Michael Sandel argues that the ruling class in politics, business, and higher education exploited meritocracy to lock in...
In his new book, celebrated philosopher Michael Sandel argues that the ruling class in politics, business, and higher education exploited meritocracy to lock in their status and devalue essential contributions of the working class. He joins Christiane to explain this theory.
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In his new book, celebrated philosopher Michael Sandel argues that the ruling class in politics, business, and higher education exploited meritocracy to lock in their status and devalue essential contributions of the working class. He joins Christiane to explain this theory.
Originally aired on September 9, 2020.
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- published: 14 Sep 2020
- views: 51266
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Daniel Markovits | Meritocracy Debate | Propositon (3/8) | Oxford Union
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If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again...The idea of meritocracy has dominated political discourse since the term was coined by Michael Young in 1958. More than 60 years on, accusations of cronyism and inequality still hound The Establishment. In a society where wealth, education, and connections are crucial, the merit of meritocracy is drawn into question. Is meritocracy a failed relic of the past or a guiding light for the future?
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Proposition Speakers
1. Professor Daniel Markovits
Professor of Law at Yale Law School. In 2019, he authored The Meritocracy Trap, in which he argues that ‘meritocracy has become the single greatest obstacle to equal opportunities in America today’.
2. Adam Boulton
Current Editor-at-large of Sky News and presenter of All Out Politics and Week In Review. He has written for publications including The Times, The Guardian, The Spectator, The New Statesman and The Independent.
3. Sarah Atkinson
CEO of the Social Mobility Foundation, which offers support networks and opportunities to students from lower-income backgrounds.
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Opposition Speakers
1. Adrian Wooldridge
Current Political Editor and columnist for The Economist. Earlier this year he published The Aristocracy of Talent: How Meritocracy Made the Modern World.
2. Helen Goulden
CEO of The Young Foundation, which aims to develop better connected communities across the UK in a bid to tackle strutural inequality. The Foundation has incubated over 80 organisations including the Open University.
3. Bim Afolami MP
Conservative MP for Hitchin and Harpenden. He is the patron of numerous charities, including Harpenden Spotlight on Africa, Growing Resilience in Teens, and Tilehouse Counselling.
ABOUT THE OXFORD UNION SOCIETY: The Oxford Union is the world's most prestigious debating society, with an unparalleled reputation for bringing international guests and speakers to Oxford. Since 1823, the Union has been promoting debate and discussion not just in Oxford University, but across the globe.
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If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again...The idea of meritocracy has dominated political discourse since the term was coined by Michael Young in 1958. More than 60 years on, accusations of cronyism and inequality still hound The Establishment. In a society where wealth, education, and connections are crucial, the merit of meritocracy is drawn into question. Is meritocracy a failed relic of the past or a guiding light for the future?
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Proposition Speakers
1. Professor Daniel Markovits
Professor of Law at Yale Law School. In 2019, he authored The Meritocracy Trap, in which he argues that ‘meritocracy has become the single greatest obstacle to equal opportunities in America today’.
2. Adam Boulton
Current Editor-at-large of Sky News and presenter of All Out Politics and Week In Review. He has written for publications including The Times, The Guardian, The Spectator, The New Statesman and The Independent.
3. Sarah Atkinson
CEO of the Social Mobility Foundation, which offers support networks and opportunities to students from lower-income backgrounds.
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Opposition Speakers
1. Adrian Wooldridge
Current Political Editor and columnist for The Economist. Earlier this year he published The Aristocracy of Talent: How Meritocracy Made the Modern World.
2. Helen Goulden
CEO of The Young Foundation, which aims to develop better connected communities across the UK in a bid to tackle strutural inequality. The Foundation has incubated over 80 organisations including the Open University.
3. Bim Afolami MP
Conservative MP for Hitchin and Harpenden. He is the patron of numerous charities, including Harpenden Spotlight on Africa, Growing Resilience in Teens, and Tilehouse Counselling.
ABOUT THE OXFORD UNION SOCIETY: The Oxford Union is the world's most prestigious debating society, with an unparalleled reputation for bringing international guests and speakers to Oxford. Since 1823, the Union has been promoting debate and discussion not just in Oxford University, but across the globe.
- published: 29 Jan 2022
- views: 14262