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The class ends this packet with the open question of what system could replace meritocracy if its actual effect is hierarchical suffering.
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Jiang argues that figures like Putin become compelling because distrust in mainstream authority pushes young people to seek alternatives outside establishment expertise.
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"yourself what's the point of this yes so what would be the opposite of meritocracy you know what would be what what other system..."
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"...and expertise and as a result young people are looking for alternatives um and Putin provides a very compelling alternative for these people"
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