#meritocracy

Does a degree from a prestigious university actually signal competence, or does it now just indicate how much privilege your family has?

Does “grit” actually help you succeed, or is it just a way to blame people for systemic failures?

Is perfect SAT/GPA the key to success, or does networking and privilege matter more?

Should elite universities be legally required to admit based on merit alone, not diversity quotas?

Is the "unicorn founder" myth just a convenient way to justify wealth inequality in the tech world?

Did you get your dream job because of your skills, or because you knew the right people?

Do top-tier universities filter for intelligence, or are they just selecting for wealthy parents?

What's your take on social climbing—is it worth the effort for better opportunities?

Should cultural festivals ditch inclusivity quotas and just pick the best work, or is that a cop-out?

Is the push for total inclusivity actually creating new forms of exclusion?