In a recent post, I argued that our brains are wired in a certain way, and that we have little in any control over our values and beliefs.

German philosopher Johann Gottlieb Fichte seem to be saying something similar here.  To take me as an example, I’m no more capable of being a Trump supporter than I am in believing in the tooth fairy or Santa Claus.

What Type of People We Are

It’s true that MAGA votes against its own financial interests.  But keep in mind that they have other more important interests. e.g., punishing immigrants and other people of color.

MAGA Votes Against Its Own Interests

As suggested at left, we can easily understand why Canadians are uncomfortable living adjacent to the United States.

Of course, it’s even worse down here.  Unless you’re a hateful moron Trump supporter, you’re suffering, either:

Directly, via lousy education, poor access to healthcare, expensive cost of living, gutted government services and a poor job market, or

Indirectly, as you see a criminal conman systematically destroy the country you love.  As someone said, “It’s like being tied to a chair and forced to watch a toddler play with a loaded pistol.”

Life in North America