The Techno-Humanist Manifesto, Ch. 4

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The group discusses chapter 4 of The Techno-Humanist Manifesto, with an optional reading from Democracy in America. The description welcomes people curious about progress, humanism, and agency, with no prior involvement required.

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Pre-reading: Chapter 4 of*The Techno-Humanist Manifesto* by Jason Crawford: * Human well-being as a life of goal-pursuit and value-achievement (Ch. 4, part 1) - ~2,500 words, ~11 min * How spiritual values form a part of well-being (Ch. 4, part 2) - ~4,500 words, ~20 min *As an optional counterpoint*, consider this ambivalent historical take from *Democracy in America* by Alexis de Tocqueville (1840): * Why the Americans Show Themselves So Restive in the Midst of Their Well-Being (Vol. 2, Part 2, Ch. 13) - ~1,400 words, ~7 min When & where: Discussion will be at 7PM on Wednesday November 18 - we meet at Vintage Wine Bar & Bookstore (google) - 1101 E 11th St - typically upstairs, else downstairs in the far back corner down the hall to the right of the bar. Who should join? We welcome curious minds interested in progress, humanism, and agency—whether you’re deeply invested or just exploring. No prior engagement with progress studies or the broader community is necessary. Expect a range of viewpoints and constructive, thoughtful dialogue.

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