Chapter
The Problem of Meritocracy in Diversity
1:16:41 - 1:23:39 (06:58)
The obsession with meritocracy can drown out real diversity and lead to a lack of representation for individuals from different backgrounds. Instead, power should be given to the state and individuals should be allowed to choose their desired path within it.
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The concept of equality makes little sense as every individual is born with different capabilities in terms of intelligence and physique.
1:16:41 - 1:18:36 (01:55)
Summary
The concept of equality makes little sense as every individual is born with different capabilities in terms of intelligence and physique. It might be better to empower the state and allow individuals to decide for themselves where they fit within that state.
ChapterThe Problem of Meritocracy in Diversity
Episode#196 – Yeonmi Park: North Korea
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker expresses concern over the growing size of the US government and the push for a unified government in every state.
1:18:36 - 1:20:12 (01:35)
Summary
The speaker expresses concern over the growing size of the US government and the push for a unified government in every state. They also address the issue of privilege and its impact on success within the current system.
ChapterThe Problem of Meritocracy in Diversity
Episode#196 – Yeonmi Park: North Korea
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This transcript highlights the issue with defining diversity based on crude classes such as skin color or gender, as it drowns out the full spectrum of diversity within a class.
1:20:12 - 1:23:39 (03:27)
Summary
This transcript highlights the issue with defining diversity based on crude classes such as skin color or gender, as it drowns out the full spectrum of diversity within a class. It also discusses the conflicting values of meritocracy and diversity in Silicon Valley.