A new study suggests they have become a test of character rather than a test of intellect https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/are-phds-too-tough
Excellent article, I see no issue with it. I actually like it, because it gives hope to people like me who do not have the smarts but the tenacity. — Some humor - definition of degreeinfo: the ability to withstand “some level of suffering”