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Meritocracy's Dark Side
- Meritocracy fosters the belief that success is solely due to individual merit, ignoring luck.
- This breeds meritocratic hubris, leading successful people to look down on others unfairly.
Market Rewards vs Moral Worth
- Economic rewards based on consumer preferences may not reflect moral worth.
- We must judge the value of contributions beyond market rewards to assess true merit.
The Moral Arbitrariness of Talents
- Talents people have and what society values are morally arbitrary.
- So, rewards based on meritocracy don't morally justify the wealth or honors bestowed.