Yes, of course, I think we should change it.
The pursuit of truth is a deontological mechanism, meaning that you don't say, “I believe in truth, but...”, right? There is no consequentialist ethic when it comes to the wonder of discovery, the wonder of science, right? For example, in soccer there have only been eight countries that have won the World Cup, even though there are 200 countries that compete. Should we say that we should create more equitable outcomes? In marathon running, Ethiopia and Kenya have won most of the Boston marathons for the past 35 years. Jews have won nearly 25% of Nobel prizes, even though they make up 0.2% of the world's population. So, there are certain human endeavours that are organized along a meritocratic ethos. Science is one such endeavour. We should do away with all this diversity, inclusion and equity stuff because it harms science. I come from a very rough background. If there was ever anybody who had a victimology story, it's me, yet I stand before you, proud that I've overcome my rough childhood. I don't need the help of someone to be a dignified individual. That's what makes me meritorious. I only wish that Canada would readopt that stance.
