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Meritocracy

A Marketing term for the promotion of sub-replacement level talent to maintain class and race based caste systems.
University Admission decisions are based on principles of meritocracy where the children of the affluent are able gain admission to prestigious schools through generous donations and/or legacy relationships.
by Chauncy Gardner November 21, 2025
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Maverick

A variant of Republican hypocrite who seeks publicity by vocally opposing the position they will ultimately vote along party lines to support.
Sen. Jeff Flake of Arizona enhanced his reputation as a maverick by voicing strong opposition to the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh before his vote to confirm him to a lifetime appointment on the Supreme Court.
by Chauncy Gardner January 3, 2019
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