The Tyranny of Merit | Do We Deserve What We Get? Michael Sandel & Cosmic Skeptic
Michael Sandel argues that meritocracy is flawed not just because of unequal starting conditions, but because it fosters hubris among the successful and contempt for the unsuccessful, undermining social cohesion.summaryFinally, he distinguishes between effort and excellence, suggesting that while effort is admirable, merit should be tied to the quality of contribution and character within specific social practices.summaryMeritocratic Hubris: In a perfectly meritocratic society, the successful would believe their achievements are solely due to their own merit, leading them to look down on those who fail, which creates devastating politicatakeaway














