This year, my oldest son’s CYO Varsity basketball team has been undefeated and they have won all four of the tournaments they have played. The trophies from these wins (and my other son’s Pinewood Derby Car win) hold a place of honor, while dozens of “participation” trophies have been chucked in a box in a closet. The kids do know the difference, which is encouraging. I don’t understand why the coaches still waste money on the “participation” trophies. Throw the kids a pizza party for their effort instead - it will mean more to them!
One of the things I have been pondering as I read this book and watch events unfold in real life, is the direction to encourage them in considering future careers. I want them to be “producers” - but I don’t want their production to be exploited by the “looters”. My 10 year old is interested in both alternative fuel and in water purification - both very productive, but very exploitable. What would John Galt say?
I can't tell you what he'd say. It would be a spoiler and against our rules.