Much to agree with here. After all, when people feel invisible or unimportant, they will act (or vote) with spite. They will do so even when expecting to be hurt, as long as others get hurt too. It is the essence of nihilism and of much of politics everywhere. And it is unhealthy.
It is easy to feel superior in our values, especially if well-educated. It is also important to keep SNL's Church Lady in mind, "We love ourselves a bit too much, don't we?"
Elites need to be grounded, connected, and permeable. (And not self-sealing).
Much to agree with here. After all, when people feel invisible or unimportant, they will act (or vote) with spite. They will do so even when expecting to be hurt, as long as others get hurt too. It is the essence of nihilism and of much of politics everywhere. And it is unhealthy.
It is easy to feel superior in our values, especially if well-educated. It is also important to keep SNL's Church Lady in mind, "We love ourselves a bit too much, don't we?"
Elites need to be grounded, connected, and permeable. (And not self-sealing).