Dave
Loc: Upstate New York
self deception by l*****t psuedo scientist and being reported by a l*****t propaganda organ.
Thomas Sowell (economist and conservative author) wrote a book called "A Conflict of Visions". It is a pretty dry book unless you are fond of philosophy -- I liked it. In it he quotes extensively from philosophers of the left and right. Lots of philosophers from the 1700s up to the publishing date. He carefully avoids presenting his own opinions. It clearly shows a difference with respect to their views of "human nature".
The conservative philosophers regard the things that motivate peoples behavior to acquire wealth, to be charitable, etc, etc, as constant characteristics throughout the history of man. They favor policies that are compatible with these fundamental drives.
On the other hand, philosophers of the left view human nature as a changing and perfectible set of motivations. They believe that changing living conditions in a way that provides "economic justice" will result in people who are not greedy, have strong commitments to their community, have no bigotry, etc.
For a practical example of these differences read the opening statement of the topic "Core Value of Progressivism".
http://www.onepoliticalplaza.com/t-605-1.htmlCould this be the result of brain differences?
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