Progressives’ disdain of genius is not just wrong, it’s destructive - Adrian Wooldridge

Progressives’ disdain of genius is not just wrong, it’s destructive - Adrian Wooldridge

The fading celebration of genius amid rising egalitarianism threatens innovation and global leadership.
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Key topics:

  • Victorian-era levelling spirit now dominates, downplaying the role of great men.

  • Modern education systems neglect genius, risking loss of working-class talent.

  • Intellectual elites drive innovation; China’s meritocracy challenges Western dominance.

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By Adrian Wooldridge

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