Part 5/10:
The Philosophy of Meritocracy
Jimmy and Gary tackled the notion of meritocracy, particularly within the context of class differences. They discussed how individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds often face overwhelming barriers that meritocracy fails to account for. They shared personal anecdotes that illustrated how wealth and opportunity do not reliably correlate with individual effort or talent. Despite personal success, they identified a critical distinction: many individuals are locked out of these success stories due to systemic structures that favor the wealthy.