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Essays on cronyism

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Jul 25, 2017SSC

Highlights From The Comment Thread On Meritocracy

Scott Alexander summarizes and responds to various criticisms of meritocracy from commenters, arguing that despite its flaws, meritocracy is preferable to alternatives like cronyism.

20 min read 3,068 words

Aug 29, 2016SSC

Reverse Voxsplaining: Drugs vs. Chairs

Scott Alexander argues that the EpiPen price hike is due to over-regulation and cronyism in the pharmaceutical industry, not lack of regulation as suggested by Vox.

11 min read 1,657 words

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