Second Thought

Is The US Really A Meritocracy? (2021x22)

Air date: May 28, 2021

One of the most common misconceptions about US society is that we live under a perfectly fair, egalitarian system which rewards those who have intelligence and a strong work ethic. This is the myth of American meritocracy. In this episode, we'll explore why the US is not a true meritocracy, and why we shouldn't want to live in one regardless.