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Posted inLiterature Philosophy

The Calculated Incompetence of King Joyce: A Strategy with Ancient Roots

In Stephen R. Donaldson's epic fantasy series, Mordant's Need, the seemingly ineffectual King Joyce of Orison employs a masterful strategy of appearing as a "doddering old fool" to expose and ultimately…
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July 30, 2025 Posted by By Mark Slater Tags: philosophy
AI Safety and Future of Humanity
Posted inArtificial Intelligence Philosophy Psychology

AI Safety and Future of Humanity

AI safety and the future of humanity in the AI world is perhaps the biggest question of our current age. While I could present this content rephrased into "my own…
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July 30, 2025 Posted by By Mark Slater Tags: Artificial Intelligence, philosophy, psychology
Beyond the Social Hierarchy
Posted inHumanities Social Science

Beyond the Social Hierarchy

Apes or humans, it is clear that hierarchical order is fundamental to the functioning and organization of groups and larger societies.
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January 29, 2024 Posted by By Mark Slater Tags: class struggle, philosophy, social contract
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Posted inPhilosophy

Does the World Owe You a Living? Understanding the Social Contract

The world may not "owe you a living" but according to the social contract it should provide opportunities for one.
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January 16, 2024 Posted by By Mark Slater Tags: philosophy, social contract, wealth divide

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