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The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good?

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Michael J. Sandel’s book “The Tyranny of Merit” gives us a compelling exploration of the rise of populism, attributing it to the dominance of meritocracy and the resentment it engenders. Published in 2020, this insightful book delves into the societal divide between the fortunate and the less fortunate.

The book proposes a shift in our perception of success, urging us to acknowledge the role of luck in our achievements, foster an ethic of humility and solidarity, and affirm the dignity of labor. It envisions a new political landscape centered on the common good.

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Michael Sandel

Sandel has taught Justice at Harvard for decades to lecture halls of a thousand, and the filmed version has been watched by tens of millions, particularly in China and Japan, where he draws crowds usually reserved for musicians.

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