I incorrectly (at 4a.m.) first read this as saying “Would this include making EA apparel…for views like nativism and traditionalism?”, and my mind immediately started imagining pithy slogans to put on t-shirts for EAs who believe saving a single soul has more expected value than any current EA longtermist view (because ∞>3^^^3).
A nativist may believe that the inhabitants of one’s own country or region should be prioritized over others when allocating altruistic resources.
A traditionalist may perceive value in maintaining traditional norms and institutions, and seek interventions to effectively strengthen norms which they perceive as being eroded.
Thanks for clarifying. Yes, I think EA should (and already does, to some extent) give practical advice to people who prioritize the interests of their own community. Since many normies do prioritize their own communities, doing this could help them get their feet in the door of the EA movement. But I would hope that they would eventually come to appreciate cosmopolitanism.
As for traditionalism, it depends on the traditional norm or institution. For example, I wouldn’t be comfortable with someone claiming to represent the EA movement advising donors on how to “do homophobia better” or reinforce traditional sexual norms more effectively, as I think these norms are bad for freedom, equality, and well-being. At least the views we accommodate should perhaps not run counter to the core values that animate utilitarianism.
Would this include making EA appeal to and include practical advice for views like nativism and traditionalism?
Let’s not forget retribution—ensuring that wrongdoers experience the suffering that they deserve. Or more modestly, disregarding their well-being.
I incorrectly (at 4a.m.) first read this as saying “Would this include making EA apparel…for views like nativism and traditionalism?”, and my mind immediately started imagining pithy slogans to put on t-shirts for EAs who believe saving a single soul has more expected value than any current EA longtermist view (because ∞>3^^^3).
What do you mean by nativism and traditionalism?
A nativist may believe that the inhabitants of one’s own country or region should be prioritized over others when allocating altruistic resources.
A traditionalist may perceive value in maintaining traditional norms and institutions, and seek interventions to effectively strengthen norms which they perceive as being eroded.
Thanks for clarifying. Yes, I think EA should (and already does, to some extent) give practical advice to people who prioritize the interests of their own community. Since many normies do prioritize their own communities, doing this could help them get their feet in the door of the EA movement. But I would hope that they would eventually come to appreciate cosmopolitanism.
As for traditionalism, it depends on the traditional norm or institution. For example, I wouldn’t be comfortable with someone claiming to represent the EA movement advising donors on how to “do homophobia better” or reinforce traditional sexual norms more effectively, as I think these norms are bad for freedom, equality, and well-being. At least the views we accommodate should perhaps not run counter to the core values that animate utilitarianism.