The Tyranny of Merit | Conversation with political philos...

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Are our individual successes and failures in life the result of our own efforts? And if so, would a society based on the principle of merit be a just one? Political philosopher Michael Sandel holds that this is not the case. Meritocracy creates an arrogant elite, while leaving a vast majority of people angry and humiliated. Come and listen to the renowned American philosopher Michael Sandel on the tyranny of merit, the ethics of humility and the future of democracy. This is a program of Radboud Reflects and Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies. Read the review: https://www.ru.nl/radboudreflects/terugblik/terugblik-2021/terugblik-2021/21-03-15-the-tyranny-merit-conversation-with/ Or watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0JjNKwJIss Never want to miss a podcast again? Subscribe to this channel. Radboud Reflects Organizes in-depth lectures about philosophy, religion, ethics, society and culture. www.ru.nl/radboudreflects Wil je op de hoogte blijven van onze activiteiten? Schrijf je dan in voor de tweewekelijkse nieuwsbrief. www.ru.nl/rr/nieuwsbrief Do you want to stay up to date about our activities? Please sign in for the English newsletter. www.ru.nl/rr/newsletter

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Are our individual successes and failures in life the result of our own efforts? And if so, would a society based on the principle of merit be a just one? Political philosopher Michael Sandel holds that this is not the case. Meritocracy creates an...

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