Colin Dean and Richard Myers
Recorded
December 15, 2020
Archived
December 15, 2020
01:13:30
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Id:
hub000338
Description
In their One Small Step conversation, Colin Dean (35) and Richard "Dick" Myers (74) talk about collectivism versus individualism, and how that has played out in politics and, in particular, response to COVID-19 protective measures.Subject Log / Time Code
RM asks where CD falls on the Libertarian spectrum, and CD says he thinks most people feel some kind of Libertarianism and want some form of restriction on government.
CD asks what assistance from the government RM has had that doesn't exist now, as referenced in RM's bio, since CD feels like there is a lot of government assistance these days. RM talks about financial assistance in going to college, and how he has a scholarship fund now for rural students.
CD describes his political values as beliefs from Libertarianism: self-ownership, non-aggression, and volunteerism.
RM talks about political values as a product of being social creatures, and needing each other. He says he may be like a globalist.
RM and CD talk about the difference between individualism and collectivism, using the example of people adhering to mask-wearing policies because of COVID-19.
Participants
- Colin Dean
- Richard Myers