Summary: The recent election of Donald Trump signals a shift toward conservatism in the U.S., as major pillars of progressivism seem to be weakening. Despite fears of inflation, the economy is performing well, but Trump’s policies could risk a resurgence of economic troubles. Looking ahead, cultural conflicts and internal struggles within the Democratic Party are expected, while the future of industrial policies and AI development remains uncertain.
Liberalism, put simply, is the idea that upholding individual human freedom and dignity is society’s core purpose. (View Highlight)
a life of self-expression and self-discovery is ultimately no less meaningful than a life of struggle. (View Highlight)
the elimination of material poverty is humanity’s most important task. Industrial society is the only weapon humans have against scarcity and want — thus, preserving industrial society is a task of paramount importance. (View Highlight)