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Color blindness means treating people without regard to race in public policy and private lives.
Neoracism undermines social progress by promoting the concept of moral superiority based on race.
Overstating racism can be harmful as it may reduce individuals' incentives to strive for success.

Admiral George Dewey's victory in the Spanish-American War led to the US expansion into the western Pacific
Theodore Roosevelt's leadership focused on improving conditions for New York's working poor
Roosevelt emphasized the importance of civic virtue in social progress

In Spain, there has been a strong societal pushback against sexist behavior, exemplified by the #SeAcabó movement.
Spain has made significant progress towards gender equality over the years, with notable improvements in women's representation in politics and laws supporting women's rights.
Despite advancements, there is still work to be done to achieve genuine gender equality, as seen in areas like sports and unintended consequences of certain legislation.

Consider the importance of counterculture in challenging the status quo.
Increased economic independence can help revitalize and preserve dynamism in society.
Consumerism, while offering comfort, can lead to distractions and inhibit personal growth.

Technological progress alone is not enough to address capitalism's crisis of inclusion; new social arrangements are needed.
The goal is to supplement capitalism by promoting economic independence through small-scale, face-to-face divisions of labor at the household, neighborhood, and community levels.
An economic independence movement could lead to a more balanced society, offering a better, more fulfilling life for many and creating countervailing power against the capitalist elite.

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