Confronting our Biases… Changing our Approach

If we define “bias” as a biologically embedded inclination that influences our emotions and behavior we must acknowledge we all have them. Just like all other animals. But a uniquely human characteristic (we think) is our ability to be aware of this subliminal influencing and to do what is necessary to control them. That is…Continue reading “Confronting our Biases… Changing our Approach”

Why Meritocracy Matters

Meritocracy is a way of organizing society by rewarding or delegating responsibility based on demonstrated competence. To understand its importance we need only consider how all life evolved. Accepting evolution by natural selection as the primary vector driving creation, all life forms are manifestations of meritocratic judgments based on the interaction of numerous factors. SpeciesContinue reading “Why Meritocracy Matters”