Do Americans Believe Diversity Is the Enemy of Meritocracy? ^0.9%

Psychology Today - By Art Markman Ph.D. - 7/8/2026, 8:06 PM

Framing Effect 12.7% - False Dilemma 9.5% - Confirmation Bias 6.6%

Political beliefs affect people's beliefs about the relationship between diversity and merit in hiring. Political liberals believe that diversity efforts enhance the opportunity to hire the best person. Political conservatives believe that diversity efforts hamper the likelihood of hiring the best person. more