Politics’ noblest purpose, without doubt, is finding the “perfect” compromise that bitterly opposing factions can live with, if not heartily support. This is vital for keeping the peace in civilization. Put simply, the intimate social connection and mutual understanding common among our hunter-gather ancestors is not possible given civilizations’ hierarchical social system. Civilization requires referees, […]
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Tao and Democracy
The Science News’ report, Uncommitted newbies can foil forceful few, explains why both democracy and Taoist views have never played a large role in human culture. (Also, Google Uninformed individuals promote democratic consensus in animal groups) We are ostensibly a democratic culture, along with many others in the world today. Alas, I’m afraid that is […]
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