Abstract
The article presents a critique of competition by introducing a concept called distinction. Competition is thought to work as a guarantee of the fairness of meritocratic procedures (merit-based recruiting in the job market or e.g. entrance examinations). However, fairness created by competition is, even at its best, only relative. This critique is then used a part of a larger critique of the role of merit in society.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.7227/R.21.1.5 | Journal eISSN: 2308-0906
Language: English
Page range: 71 - 89
Published on: May 1, 2018
Published by: Helsinki University Press
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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© 2018 Heidi Elmgren, published by Helsinki University Press
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