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Uncommon Sense

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Exploring the Evolution of Meritocracy

This chapter delves into the concept of meritocracy, its historical origins, criticisms, and its connection to imperialism, racism, and capitalism. It also discusses the bell curve debate, highlighting the complexities and contradictions of meritocracy. The chapter explores how the re-valorization of meritocracy in the 1980s led to the rise of entrepreneurship and the concept of 'mompreneurs', while also acknowledging the band-aid nature of these solutions in addressing structural issues.

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