Backlight - S25E10: Get rid of the diploma arrogance
Not class but merit will determine everyone's position in life. Away with the aristocracy, live the meritocracy, where everyone would have equal opportunities at the start, and those who deserve it all would end up as winners. But according to scientist and political philosopher Michael Sandel, meritocracy is a plausible cause of rising fascism. Because implicitly it means: if you have a hard time and do not obtain a diploma, then that must be your own fault. For many people, this led to resentment and anger.
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Backlight S25E10 Synopsis
Stream Backlight "Get rid of the diploma arrogance" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2025-12-08, this episode is part of Season 25 of Backlight. With a runtime of 19m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Not class but merit will determine everyone's position in life. Away with the aristocracy, live the meritocracy, where everyone would have equal opportunities at the start, and those who deserve it all would end up as winners. But according to scient...
