The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2089 - The COLLAPSE Of The Elitists
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Nov 20, 2024 Gary Sinise, renowned actor from *Forrest Gump* and philanthropist, joins to discuss the erosion of meritocracy in society and the troubling shift towards an elite-controlled technocracy. He critiques the educational system's elitist tendencies and the public's diminishing input in governance. The conversation also dives into compelling themes of resilience and the healing power of music, linking his foundation’s mission to support veterans and first responders with personal stories of overcoming adversity.
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Columbia University's Shift
- Columbia University was initially founded to teach eternal truths and create good citizens.
- Now, it promotes elite values and confers membership on a self-appointed aristocracy.
The Problem with Test-Based Meritocracy
- Conant's test-based meritocracy at universities replaced legacy admissions.
- This shift, while seemingly positive, led to an overemphasis on intellect as the sole measure of merit.
Overrating Intelligence
- The current system overrates technocratic, bureaucratic intelligence.
- Top-down systems inherently favor those who conform, prioritizing system needs.
