That really is the problem with affirmative action. It perpetuates the inequities of the system, perpetuates the illusion of a meritocracy, and just causes further resentment by masking the true problem: economic inequalities by social systems that foster them Diversity is an important goal. But, it's much easier to achieve it in a culture and society that is not delusional about the very existence of inequality, both economically and socially. Wonderful article.
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Wonderful article, and, sadly, completely accurate. Corporate America is a short-sighted Ponzi Scheme cloaked as free-market capitalism and market choice. It has nothing to do with profits, good management, market share, products, or services. It's about self-dealers, manipulators, and con-artists. And they get rewarded well for it. The mainstream media celebrates these thieves until someone gets indicted or a company goes bankrupt. Many people just don't get it. The cycle just repeats itself over and over again all in the name of "freedom", the American Dream, and unregulated capitalism. This is not about hard work, equal opportunity, or freedom. It's about …
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Thank you, Mischa Gaus, The article was wonderful and very accurate of the sad state that things are in. Beautifully written, supported, and with a wonderful tone. There is really no point in trying to persuade people who don't accept the general premises and perceptions that you write about. Some people get it. Others won't. That's why the country is where it is, and this is where it's going. They see nothing wrong with it. I just wanted to let you know that it was a great article and an important one, like everyting else in "In These Times." The article …
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