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u/Clash_Tofar ยท 1 pointr/PoliticalOpinions

Definitely not more qualified than you but do enjoy tackling tough questions like you proposed and thinking through some mental framework that would make the political environment we are in a little less overwhelming.

Because the system you proposed would likely be based on (for the most part) universal values, it's probably in your best interest to do some light reading that will help you feel more grounded in your choices. If someone asked you why you believe wealth inequality was a bad thing, you might be able to form a more streamlined and coherent thought (outside of something simple like "it's just the right thing to do" or "because that's how I was raised" etc) a couple of good books I've enjoyed and don't require advanced degrees in psychology / philosophy are:

The Island of Knowledge

How not to be Wrong

While enticing to set up a simple acronym or mantra around your political decision making, I've always felt it's better to dig in a bit and then in turn use what you've learned to organize your values etc.

Thoughts?