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Human History Is Not Set In Stone

The Next Big Idea

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Redefining Freedom: Hierarchies and Autonomy in Human Societies

This chapter delves into the differing concepts of autonomy and hierarchy between Indigenous American societies and European colonizers, focusing on the value placed on individual freedom and non-coercive leadership. It concludes with a vision for a playful future that prioritizes mutual aid and social cooperation over traditional notions of civilization.

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