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"Fundamental to the free market or capitalism is meritocracy," he argues. "May the best product or service win, created by the hardest working, most talented teams." For Musk, the idea that successful entrepreneurs or innovators are nepotistically privileged is a myth. He recounts his own humble beginnings—supporting his family after his father's bankruptcy and arriving in Canada with just over $2,000—to underscore the personal sacrifices behind success.