The hottest Fairness Substack posts right now

Inflation could possibly be driven by consolidation and data sharing in industries like Amazon and meat price-fixing cases.
Price-fixing can involve colluding to raise prices or lower wages, not just about increasing prices for consumers.
People not only dislike high prices but also feel cheated by unfair pricing practices, like hidden fees and tips, impacting their perception of the economy.

Women have fought hard for the rights to participate in sports, but now there are concerns about fairness when men claim to be women and join women's sports.
Some believe that men maintain a physical advantage over women, even after lowering their testosterone levels, which raises safety and fairness issues in competitions.
Policies that allow men in women's sports are seen by some as disrespectful to women and their achievements, prompting calls for clearer rules that protect women's categories.

The problem of authority in political philosophy questions the basis for political legitimacy and obligation.
The Utilitarian Account suggests the state's authority comes from providing social order, but doesn't explain unnecessary laws.
Anarchism challenges the notion of state authority, advocating for minimal coercive activities and privatization of necessary government functions.

For poorer students, high school grades are a better indicator of success than SAT scores.
Standardized tests, like the SAT, can be biased towards wealthier students by reflecting their better access to resources and test preparation.
There is a need for multiple pathways to success in education that do not solely rely on grades or standardized tests, providing second chances for students.

A good ISDA contract should have qualities like fairness, confidence, clarity, consistency, and simplicity.
Fairness in negotiations is crucial as it fosters trust, strengthens relationships, and aligns interests between parties.
Business relationships often prioritize maintaining trust and goodwill over strict adherence to contract terms, as it is more beneficial in the long run.

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Aesthetics in the creative industry raises questions about what defines 'good work' and who gets to decide, challenging the idea of universal beauty standards.
Meritocracy and economic value in the creative industry are closely linked, but meritocracy may not always lead to fair opportunities due to structural inequalities.
The association between artists and their work, as well as the concept of aesthetic meritocracy, may influence how we perceive art and artists, raising questions about fairness and identity in the industry.

In baseball, performance is meticulously tracked and players are fast-tracked or let go based on their stats.
Baseball's ruthless meritocracy can be seen as fair, ensuring the best players rise to the top.
The system of evaluating players in baseball has benefits and drawbacks, similar to real-world job evaluations.

There is no universal definition of fairness, what is fair to one person may not be fair to another.
Resources are limited, not everyone can have everything they want all the time.
There are inherent differences in people, leading to inevitable competition for limited resources and winners and losers.

Geeks can engage with sports through predictive models and board games that share underlying rules with sports.
Exploration and exploitation in games and sports represent competing perspectives, balancing information gathering and maximizing rewards.
Sports culture can promote social values and fairness, and innovating sports to be more exploratory can attract new fans and diversify competition.

Ethical AI should prioritize transparency in how it operates.
Fairness is crucial in the development of AI systems to avoid bias and discrimination.
Accountability and oversight are key components of ensuring ethical AI, along with considering the social benefit.