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E62: Mike Solana on Thinking Freely and What Tech Means for Culture
"Upstream" with Erik Torenberg
Balancing Collectivism and Individualism for Progress
The tension between collectivism and individualism can be seen as a balance between equality and freedom, with a critical question being when one's freedom starts affecting others. Collectivism is viewed as dangerous and damaging historically, but caring for the community on a smaller scale is considered essential. Freedom and individuality are deemed crucial for human progress, with the absence of these qualities hindering advancement. Libertarianism and strong individualism face challenges in winning elections or organizing effectively due to their disdain for state power and tendency to prioritize individual pursuits over group efforts.
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