Merit and Character
The discussion revolves around the dual purposes of universities: fostering scholarly excellence and cultivating civic leadership. While effort and work ethic are acknowledged as important, the emphasis is placed on broader qualities of character that contribute to the civic mission. The idea that merit should not be solely defined by effort challenges conventional views, suggesting a deeper understanding of what constitutes valuable contributions in both academic and societal contexts.In this clip
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The Tyranny of Merit | Do We Deserve What We Get? Michael Sandel & Cosmic Skeptic
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