Adam Bellow | Nepotism in American Business

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Adam Bellow | Nepotism in American Business
Bellow discusses what he calls "postmodern" nepotism, comparing it to the commonly understood meaning of (now) old "nepotism." Whereas the Old Nepotism described parents hiring their own children or relatives, the New Nepotism refers to the practice of children using the parents' connections opportunistically to further their own careers.
-According to Bellow, New Nepotism reflects

• A) a more competitive social environment.
• B) a more level playing field.
• C) more difficulty in masking incompetence.
• D) all of the above

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