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Diss at your peril

A User's Guide to History • 176 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Populism Democratic Party Working Class Political participation Presidential elections
  1. Historical populism was driven not just by economic distress but also by status anxiety and feelings of disdain from urban elites.
  2. The alienation of different demographic groups from the Democratic party led to a shift in political affiliations.
  3. Political participation is not just about policy but also about belonging and feeling respected within a party.

The right to do nothing

Theory Matters • 7 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
📖 Philosophy Rights Personal freedom Political participation
  1. It can be valuable to recognize and respect the right to do nothing, even in a world that often glorifies constant activity and productivity.
  2. In the realm of politics, the choice to not participate should be acknowledged and accepted, as not everyone feels compelled or interested in engaging in political processes.
  3. Deciding how we spend our time is a personal choice, and it's important to appreciate that the right not to act is as significant as the right to act in various aspects of life.

Let the Government Buy Your Vote

Ethics Under Construction • 0 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Voting Rights Democracy Governance Political participation
  1. The concept of 'vote compensation' suggests receiving financial compensation in exchange for abstaining from voting.
  2. Voting comes with costs including information, administration, and error costs that need to be considered to make informed decisions.
  3. The market system can serve as a guide to understand rights, like how corporations use voting and economic rights as options for shareholders.

Can Democracy Be Improved?

The Apéritif • 0 implied HN points • 01 Jul 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democracy Elections Political theory Voting Rights Political participation
  1. Democracy is facing challenges in America, and improving the voting system could help. It's important to encourage knowledgeable and competent people to participate in politics.
  2. Many voters lack the information needed to make informed choices, which can lead to poor decision-making. One suggested solution is to introduce a quiz that measures basic political knowledge for all voters.
  3. Changing how we approach democracy could lead to better representation and choices. By prioritizing informed voting, we can work towards a political system that really reflects what people want.
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