[MD] Neoconservatism

[Gene M]

> Steve's analysis is based on the premise that "we" agree on certain
> undeniable truths, and that "we" can recognize quality intellectual
> patterns when we see them. Except in the realm of science and
> technology, these premises are arguable. My neighbor's intellectual
> patterns are, for the most part, low quality to me. After all he voted
> for crazy Al Gore and the guy whose name I've forgotten who married the
> Heinz fortune.


I don't mean this in an insulting way, but I would say that that is not
because you're neighbour has low quality intellectual patterns, but you're
failure to properly perceive the quality. I would say you we're stuck in the
old rigid value gumption trap my friend.

-Gene