Redistribution, favored classes and selfishness

Redistribution, favored classes and selfishness

Misconceptions about politics and wealth lead to incorrect ideas about redistribution and property. It is mistakenly assumed that wealth has been unjustly distributed when, in reality, it is generated. Additionally, self-interest is not opposed to collaboration or collective well-being; in the long run, it can lead to greater rewards and efficiency. The State, in its role, should focus on protecting individual rights and ensuring an environment where individuals can thrive without unjustified interference. Continue reading Redistribution, favored classes and selfishness

Ethics, intelligence and the progress of culture and society

Ethics, intelligence and the progress of culture and society

Cultural and social prosperity has historically been driven by science, philosophy, and art, but also by political stability and freedom. However, not every utopian idea leads to well-being. In this essay, we explore how ethics and intelligence contribute to progress, analyzing the role of morality, social incentives, and philosophical doubt in the evolution of prosperous societies. Continue reading Ethics, intelligence and the progress of culture and society