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100 Years of 100 Things: US Meritocracy
The Brian Lehrer Show
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This chapter explores the historical development of meritocracy in the United States, focusing on its origins from the 19th to the mid-20th century. It critiques the influence of social connections and lineage in elite admissions, setting the foundation for current debates on redefining merit.
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