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Uk is a backwards aristocratic society

Ik it really isn't but is sure does feel like were in a feudal lord and peasant system.

It just doesn't have that meritocratic feel
yeah i really agree. The class system still shows as whole generations are stuck in lower 'classes' with lack of oppertunity. also it dosnt help that the leaders have not a clue what the people want
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You are aware of British history right? Obviously the aristocratic basis to it is going to shine through compared to a country that didn't have it. Then again., as all countries have comparable systems its not very strange.
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yeah i really agree. The class system still shows as whole generations are stuck in lower 'classes' with lack of oppertunity. also it dosnt help that the leaders have not a clue what the people want


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You are aware of British history right? Obviously the aristocratic basis to it is going to shine through compared to a country that didn't have it. Then again., as all countries have comparable systems its not very strange.

Duhh ofc it's just a bit comical how cultural movements like the enlightenment were supposed to get rid of all that but it's still prevalent and technically I think every society has a mix of both but in britain where your born, the school you go to and the way you communicate and accent have an effect on your chance of success in life meanwhile in America you could be born in the middle of nowhere in alabama and still end up wealthy.

I think Americas meritocratic system is truly amplified through their school system britain needs a change
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Original post by Entrepreneur.
Duhh ofc it's just a bit comical how cultural movements like the enlightenment were supposed to get rid of all that but it's still prevalent and technically I think every society has a mix of both but in britain where your born, the school you go to and the way you communicate and accent have an effect on your chance of success in life meanwhile in America you could be born in the middle of nowhere in alabama and still end up wealthy.

I think Americas meritocratic system is truly amplified through their school system britain needs a change

I think you have an overly flattering view of America if you really think thats the case. America might not have Lords and Ladies but to say that it doesn't have a modern iteration of anaristocraticc system is, well, about as wrong as its possible to be. Your university, place of birth, wealth (and indeed accent) absolutely influence what opportunities you have in life. a poor black from Mississippi who didn't go to Harvard has diddly squat chance of going anywhere in life compared to a WASP from up state NY.

Simply put, America does not have a meritocratic system. In some cases merit will help you and you can make something of yourself but they remain the exception to the rule for the majority. Merely look to the racial and economic divides. Not to mention how the inner city will screw most for life.

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