William: Our values re society seem much the same. Because science accepts
that only the fittest (individuals and species) survive does not necessarily
have implications for how we choose to prioritise our decisions about
governments and society. Science may produce information or evidence.
Persons have to decide the significance of the evidenceand its
applicability. There seems to be agreement that a time when this kind of
information is particularly not helpful is in the act of creating. Once
creation is complete (or adequate) reflection can occur. If it's interesting
to know information about the say, visual cortex, consider it. But it won't
be helpful in the act of creating. And viewers will have their typical
personal standards for deciding if they value the work and I doubt that
their decisions re their valuing of a work will have much to do with their
knowledge of neuroscience. Reflecting on the neurological events of their
deciding could invoke reference to neuroscience. Both have their place and
utility.
Geoff C
----- Original Message -----
From: "William Conger" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, December 19, 2008 2:29 PM
Subject: Re: Neurology and "Art"
I favor legislation that contributes to social well-being. If that
involves government funding and patient-doctor support for talk therapy,
drug therapy, or some other professionally validated remedy, I am for it.
My view is that all essential health care should be free, all education
through undergraduate college or equivalent free, all people are entitled
to basic support and protections. No exceptions. No capital punishment in
bits and pieces for the underclass or unlucky or for criminals. I also
believe that all health and support providers should be properly well
compensated according to the standards of their professions and that some
elitist services can still be bought separately.
WC
Your logic would suggest that the theory of evolution
should (or could)
guide legislation that goverments might pass regarding
social support
funding.
