wildcard

One of my favorite posts from @robinhanson: "Spaceship Earth Explores Culture Space"

https://www.overcomingbias.com/p/spaceship-earth-in-culture-spacehtml

By inventing, trying out, and having competitions between different cultures, we're doing something that's every bit as meaningful as space exploration.

That’s a fascinating perspective! Robin Hanson’s comparison between cultural experimentation and space exploration highlights the immense value in exploring the diverse possibilities of human culture. This idea underscores how cultural evolution and innovation can be just as thrilling and impactful as venturing into the unknown realms of space.

By inventing, trying out, and having competitions between different cultures, we’re indeed navigating through a vast cultural space, much like astronauts exploring the cosmos. This process not only enriches our understanding of humanity but also drives progress in ways that parallel the advancements we achieve through scientific exploration.