Is “earned success” an illusion?
November 11, 2025
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as posted by the channelIs the idea of earned success just an illusion?
Meritocracy promises a world where talent and hard work can outstrip privilege and offer everyone an equal shot at success. But today, many critics argue that it has simply created a new elite class, trapping us all in an inequitable cycle of relentless competition.
This debate challenges the foundations of meritocracy. Does it truly level the playing field, or is it a self-reinforcing system that benefits those who are already privileged?
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- Bryan Caplan: Professor of economics at George Mason University and New York Times bestselling author
- Daniel Markovits: Guido Calabresi Professor of Law at Yale Law School
- Poornima Luthra: Senior faculty at Imperial Business School in London
- Parag Khanna: Founder and CEO of AlphaGeo
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