Quote by Toby Young

America thinks of itself as a meritocracy, so people have more respect for success and more contempt for failure.

America thinks of itself as a meritocracy, so people have mo

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This quote suggests that America, as a society, perceives itself to be a meritocracy. In a meritocracy, individuals are believed to advance based on their abilities and achievements. Consequently, success is highly regarded, and those who achieve it are given respect. On the other hand, failure is looked down upon, eliciting contempt from others. This explanation indicates that in American culture, there is a prevailing attitude of admiration for those who succeed while simultaneously harboring disdain for those who do not.

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