SORRY UCLA, I WANT COMPETENCE OVER COLOR
The best argument for competence over color lies in the fundamental principles of fairness, equality, and meritocracy. Competence, skill, and capability are objective measures determining an individual’s ability to perform a task or excel in a particular field.
When competence is prioritized over color, it ensures that opportunities are awarded based on qualifications and achievements rather than superficial characteristics like race or ethnicity.
In today’s email, I received the following message from one of my healthcare providers…
Promoting Pride at UCLA Health June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month and UCLA Health is excited to be part of the celebration! The UCLA Health Pride Network — a group of 450 associates and allies — works year-round to promote LGBTQ+ health and wellness and empower LGBTQ+ employees. During Pride Month, they’ll be participating in community-centered events to celebrate PRIDE, and to promote LGBTQ+ health and wellness and our LGBTQ+ programs and initiatives that keep our community strong, healthy and well. Look for UCLA Health at these Pride events:
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I am more worried about who the UCLA Medical School may be graduating.
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Common sense...
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Meritocracy: Emphasizing competence promotes a meritocratic society where individuals are rewarded based on their talents, efforts, and achievements rather than factors beyond their control, such as skin color. This fosters a fair and just environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed based on their abilities.
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Optimal Utilization of Talent: Prioritizing competence ensures that the most skilled individuals are selected for roles, regardless of race or ethnicity. This leads to the optimal utilization of talent, enhancing productivity, innovation, and overall success in various fields, including academia, business, and government.
Bottom line...
Individuals should be evaluated based on their skills, qualifications, and character rather than superficial attributes like color, race, biological sex, expressed gender, and national origin.
Prioritizing competence over color is not only morally and ethically sound but also promotes a society that values fairness, equal opportunity, and diversity. By recognizing and rewarding individuals based on their abilities, we can create a more inclusive and meritocratic world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Doing otherwise is a race to the bottom, a downward spiral that produces incompetence or mediocracy at best.
We are so screwed.
-- Steve
“Nullius in verba”-- take nobody's word for it!
"Acta non verba" -- actions not words
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“Progressive, liberal, Socialist, Marxist, Democratic Socialist -- they are all COMMUNISTS.”
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