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Exploring meritocracy with Michael Sandel

Dr. Michael Sandel
Jared Leeds
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Harvard University
Philosopher and author Michael Sandel

This interview originally aired on In the Moment on SDPB Radio.

Is there merit to a meritocracy?

Michael Sandel, world-renowned philosopher and author, speaks with Lori Walsh about merits, freedom and self-reliance.

Sandel will give a keynote presentation titled "Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good?" about his book of the same name. The event is open to the Augustana community, alumni and friends at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26 in the Elmen Center.

His presentation kicks off the inaugural Critical Inquiry and Citizenship Colloquium at Augustana.

Lori Walsh is a special correspondent with SDPB and host of the "In the Moment" podcast.
Ari Jungemann served as a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.