“The idea of “merit” – so fundamental to the American system of government and culture – is based on a simple formula: People should succeed based on their own skills, talents, and efforts, not because it makes somebody “feel good” or because of some arbitrary societal or governmental standard.”

“The idea of “merit” – so fundamental to the American system of government and culture – is based on a simple formula: People should succeed based on their own skills, talents, and efforts, not because it makes somebody “feel good” or because of some arbitrary societal or governmental standard.”

— Eric Bolling