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Is Meritocracy Just?

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore fundamental questions about fairness and social justice in this 52-minute conference talk from The Aspen Institute's Ideas Festival. Examine whether people truly get what they deserve and if a "level playing field" actually exists or represents a worthy societal goal. Witness two prominent American public intellectuals debate whether our current reward system contributes to social problems and discuss potential solutions. Delve into critical discussions about meritocracy, social equity, and the structures that shape opportunity and outcomes in society. Consider the complex relationship between individual merit, systemic advantages, and social responsibility as these thought leaders analyze one of the most pressing philosophical and practical questions of our time.

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Is Meritocracy Just?

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