#meritocracy debate

Does the real divide in society come down to education level, not income or race?

Does a degree from a top university actually prove you're smarter, or just that you're richer?

Does the obsession with SAT scores and GPAs ruin genuine learning, or are they the only fair metric?

Are prestigious universities gatekeeping success by prioritizing legacy admissions over merit?

Is the "startup founder" hype actually hiding rampant privilege and luck?