Since every social species (bees, termites, etc.) evinces strictly moral behavior, does that mean they think about the consequences of their actions?
I am not sure of the moral behavior you mean.
But, evolution is it’s own kind of thinking. Evolution also explains how behaviors cross generations....
What are your views in support and denial of Zhuangzi's butterfly dream?
Thank you so much for the question. I know so little of Daoism. You presented me with an opportunity to explore.
Having heard some interpretations on the story, I am not where others are.
I simply...
Why does propaganda exist?
People struggle with reason.
In reason, one must disprove all hypotheses that explain the observed (the necessary condition). When all the hypotheses but one are disproved, you have objective truth. This is the sufficient condition. It is hard.
Most people accept a hypothesis that...
Do you realize that nationalism is a good thing for people? Isn't it good to love your nation and know that there are people just like you who care about you?
Nations/cultures have solutions to problems. They differ from other nations/cultures. We should be proud of,...
How is bad faith the negation of freedom? Is it possible to overcome/avoid bad faith?
In a negotiation, one relies on the thinking of others. The result is a reconciliation of the various views. This is good faith.
People of bad faith conceal their views. Therefore, authentic...
Why can’t we apply a rational cost-benefit analysis to COVID policies? Are we acting irrationally, out of fear and a sense of urgency?
Indeed.
Yes, why don’t individuals get the right to do that?
Irrationality is a result of the many people not having an opportunity to do...
What is the meaning of the word Authority and why are many scared of it?
Scared no.
Reject, pending our individual and independent review of the data, yes.
Because no has the right to claim absolute truth. The label of authority intends to grant them the right to claim...
How does diversity have more to do with ethics than profit?
I don’t think it has to do with either.
Imagine you had a soccer team. Say all the other teams in the league selected their players based on talent or skill. But you, because your team...