TRIGGERnometry How Elites Hurt the Poor With Terrible Ideas - Rob Henderson
Jun 27, 2022
Rob Henderson, a PhD student at Cambridge, discusses the concept of 'luxury beliefs' and how they act as status symbols among elites, often hurting the poor. He contrasts his challenging upbringing with affluent peers, highlighting socioeconomic disconnects. Henderson critiques the misconceptions of privilege, particularly around white privilege, and emphasizes the negative impacts elite ideologies have on family structures in lower-income communities. He shares insights on childhood instability and hints at his upcoming memoir, drawing from his own experiences.
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Luxury Beliefs Defined
- Luxury beliefs are ideas and opinions that confer status on the upper class but often negatively impact the lower classes.
- These beliefs arise from a desire for distinction and are signaled through specific vocabulary and viewpoints.
Gendered Headline
- Rob Henderson suggested a headline "Area Male Discovers Porn Goldmine" for a Yale magazine.
- An editor questioned why the headline needed to be "gendered," a term Henderson was unfamiliar with.
Monogamy Debate
- Henderson recounts a conversation with a Yale classmate who criticized monogamy and marriage.
- Despite her views, she planned to marry and have children, highlighting a disconnect between beliefs and actions.
