My working theory (complementary to this one) is that below a certain point morality is the chief binding mechanism for society, but above that point it's ideology.
Thus the right (in low-density areas) is mainly moral whereas the left is mainly ideological.
Put these two ideas together and we get a theory of human divergence based upon the density of living area (i.e. Paul Kingsnorth's "machine" in other wording)
A summary is that humanity is shifting from physical dominance to cognitive dominance. It seems to me that a mix of left–right ideology is the best course. Individualism must survive, as it is admirable when it produces great advancements in science, engineering, math, art, architecture, medicine, and quality of life. But when individualism destroys societal cohesion, it is pathetic.
My working theory (complementary to this one) is that below a certain point morality is the chief binding mechanism for society, but above that point it's ideology.
Thus the right (in low-density areas) is mainly moral whereas the left is mainly ideological.
Put these two ideas together and we get a theory of human divergence based upon the density of living area (i.e. Paul Kingsnorth's "machine" in other wording)
Excellent analysis.
A summary is that humanity is shifting from physical dominance to cognitive dominance. It seems to me that a mix of left–right ideology is the best course. Individualism must survive, as it is admirable when it produces great advancements in science, engineering, math, art, architecture, medicine, and quality of life. But when individualism destroys societal cohesion, it is pathetic.
All of this only applies to the followers, not to those who are reeling them in for their own ends.