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    Do We Live in A Meritocracy

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    The document discusses whether Spain can be considered a meritocracy. It provides arguments both for and against this characterization. Arguments that Spain is a meritocracy include public sector jobs being awarded based on anonymous exams and programs to help lower classes achieve social mobility. However, arguments made against it being a meritocracy are that many jobs and opportunities are obtained through family connections rather than merit, education quality has decreased, and certain groups still face subtle discrimination. Overall, the document presents a nuanced debate around whether Spain functions as a true meritocratic society.

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    The document discusses whether Spain can be considered a meritocracy. It provides arguments both for and against this characterization. Arguments that Spain is a meritocracy include public sector jobs being awarded based on anonymous exams and programs to help lower classes achieve social mobility. However, arguments made against it being a meritocracy are that many jobs and opportunities are obtained through family connections rather than merit, education quality has decreased, and certain groups still face subtle discrimination. Overall, the document presents a nuanced debate around whether Spain functions as a true meritocratic society.

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    The document discusses whether Spain can be considered a meritocracy. It provides arguments both for and against this characterization. Arguments that Spain is a meritocracy include public sector jobs being awarded based on anonymous exams and programs to help lower classes achieve social mobility. However, arguments made against it being a meritocracy are that many jobs and opportunities are obtained through family connections rather than merit, education quality has decreased, and certain groups still face subtle discrimination. Overall, the document presents a nuanced debate around whether Spain functions as a true meritocratic society.

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    Do we live in a meritocracy?

    YES
    Many jobs in Spain have rigorous selection processes that judge
    people according to their knowledge and skills. Public sector jobs are
    awarded based on exams which are marked anonymously.
    These selection processes separate the wheat from the chaff.
    Because universities require students to speak English state schools
    are starting bilingual programmes so that their students have a
    better chance of entering into university.

    There are many examples of Spanish people who have gone from
    rags to riches. (i.e. from the lower classes to the upper classes)
    Iker Casillas and Amancio Ortega Gaona for example.
    Its now easier for the masses to start a business. The government
    have rolled out a programme where self employed people under 30
    years old only have to pay 50 a month in taxes.
    The European Union protects the human rights of all its citizens and
    guards against abuses of powers amongst member states.
    The daughter of a taxi driver has become Queen.
    New laws have been introduced to promote equality and prevent
    discrimination.
    We live in a democracy where all citizens can vote and therefore
    decide how the country is run.
    With the right attitude and hard work theres no limit to what
    anyone can achieve in Spain.

    NO
    Its not what you know. Its who you know. Many people in Spain
    gain access to jobs and opportunities through friends and family.

    Cuts in education spending have lowered the standard of education in


    state schools.
    Children from good backgrounds have a lot more advantages. They
    go to better schools, their parents take more interest, they have
    more space to study and they have private tutors.
    Statistics show that if you are born with a silver spoon in your
    mouth youre more likely to be successful later on in life.
    The 50 a month for entrepreneurs is time limited. Spanish state
    schools dont teach leadership and entrepreneurship to their pupils.
    The European Union is a paper tiger. Many citizens still suffer
    discrimination despite what the law says.
    The monarchy is a symbol of unearned wealth and privilege in our
    society.
    A lack of minorities in top jobs and differences in pay show that we
    still dont have a level playing field. Discrimination and glass
    ceilings still exist but now theyre more subtle.
    The government proclaims the absolute equality of its citizens but
    gives power and privileges to a small elite. i.e. All citizens are equal
    but some are more equal than others.
    Some people have to work a lot harder than others for the same
    opportunities. i.e. Some people have to work their fingers to the
    bone to be successful while others have everything handed to them
    on a silver platter.

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