I hate to say it but I'm still pretty fond of the concept as outlined
by Ayn Rand in "Atlas Shrugged". That is terribly similar to the
concept as you have stated it. Technology will be the catalyst for any
state to improve beyond its basest instincts and sustain an
"enlightened" civilization. However, that, in the absence of
spirituality and a recognization of a higher power, merely makes the
technocratic state a well oiled machine with contempt for the
sacredness of life.
Am I rambling yet Michael? Of course I am. Now I'm reading Walden and
that's just messing me up again! My ideal society would be a
techno-theocratic society under the reign of benevolent democratic
monarchy utilizing a system of natural law. With a side order of
fries.
I love the fact that very seldom does the technical world discriminate
on anything other than proficiency. Even then, most will allow for a
lack of proficiency if the individual in question is willing to learn
and put forth some effort. So I guess I like the idea of meritocracy
as well. But then there are always those less fortunate in our society
and it would be great to recognize the limits of meritocracy as based
on the individuals contribution to society. The contribution would
have to be weighed against the ability to contribute.
I have got to get to one of these developer conferences to meet all
you cool folks!
Guy J. McDowell, megalomaniac
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