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Meritocracy trap

Meritocracy trap

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In this episode of EP Connection, Phoebe and Ethan dive into the complexities of meritocracy and how it shapes our society, from college admissions to student leadership. They explore the concept of meritocracy, its criticisms, and how privilege, connections, and subjective cultural capital often distort our understanding of success. Drawing from their school’s recent student council election, they discuss how the winner’s academic achievements and social advantages overshadowed his lack of true leadership qualities. Join them as they question what we really value in our leaders and why we need to redefine merit.

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