The American Transition.

Argues that American society has been evolving into what may be labeled "meritocratic democracy." Increasingly cultivated and programmed society; Continued respect for the popular will with an increasing role in the key decision-making institutions of individuals with special intellectual and scientific attainments; Eventual extension of social talent advancement to the poorest and most underprivileged; Expansion of knowledge and its effect of making education an almost continuous process.