The theory of cultural bias... is the idea that a culture is based on a particular form of organization. It can't be transplanted except to another variant of that organization.

Some scholars have been arguing that a civilizational clash between organized religions is the next step in human history.

If people want to compete for leadership of a religious group, they can compete in piety. A chilling thought. Or funny.

I am convinced that living in an enclave shapes the personality, and living alone shapes the personality too.

Institutions have the pathetic megalomania of the computer whose whole vision of the world is its own program.

The theory of cultural bias... is the idea that a culture is based on a particular form of organization. It can't be transplanted except to another variant of that organization.

Behind a leader there must be followers, but they should always be on the lookout for the main chance and ready to change sides if the current leader doesn't deliver.