I am noticing that the most successful new ideologies of the past decade are very object-level (prescriptions on specific issues) and quite little meta-level (social processes for making decisions on object-level issues). Examples:

* Abstract libertarianism feels much weaker than 10 years ago. But issue-specific versions of it are quite successful: YIMBY (housing), the crypto space
* e/acc (it's about all technology in theory, but ends up being about AI in practice)
* The largest cluster in effective altruism morphed from being meta-level ("think harder to making sure your donations are going where they can do the most good!") to object level (AI safety, with a little bit of animal welfare and global public health)
* Longevity movement

Maybe network states and Glen and Audrey's Plurality movement are two exceptions - but in general the above feels like a strong pattern. Any ideas why this meta level -> object level shift seems to be taking place?

Practicality: Concrete solutions to specific problems are more actionable and appealing, such as YIMBY (housing) and cryptocurrency.
Visibility and Measurability: Object-level issues are easier to support and track progress on, like AI safety and the longevity movement.
Narrative and Media Influence: Media and social platforms prefer clear, relatable stories, making object-level issues easier to communicate, such as cryptocurrency and AI advancements.
Specialization and Expertise: A complex world requires expertise in specific areas, and object-level movements attract specialists, enhancing credibility and impact.
Social Media and Digital Platforms: These platforms amplify the reach of focused campaigns with clear messages, like YIMBY and crypto communities.
Economic and Political Environment: The current environment favors targeted solutions, making specific proposals more likely to gain support.