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Beauty, Merit, and Public Perception
This chapter examines the intricate relationship between national security, public perception, and the qualities valued in high-stakes professions. It challenges the notion of diversity over competence in contexts like beauty pageants and critical jobs such as pilots and surgeons. The discussion also touches on the influence of social justice themes in the arts, advocating for merit-based recognition amidst the evolving definitions of beauty and talent.