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265. Meritocracy or Else | Dr. Adrian Wooldridge

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

CHAPTER

Meritocracy: Promise and Peril

This chapter examines the influence of meritocracy on societal efficiency and justice, drawing on historical critiques, particularly from Foucault. It contrasts the performance of meritocratic nations like Singapore with nepotistic systems in countries such as Greece and Italy, while addressing the implications of declining meritocratic values in the U.S. versus China's rise. The discussion culminates in a critical analysis of the tension between individual agency and systemic power dynamics, highlighting the complexities of merit-based systems in achieving genuine social equality.

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