consensual hallucination
This turn of phrase was used by Jonathan Haidt attempting to describe and compare the virtues of the liberal and conservative. He juxtaposed this notion with the movie THE MATRIX.
If you have ever been engaged or witnessed the combat of words between Conservatives and Liberals and the vitriol and personal attacks that follow, you will find this little ditty worth the 50 minutes you will invest.
Do you know the two foundations upon which Liberals base their convictions?
Do you know the five foundations upon which Conservatives base their convictions.
NOTE: Johathan Haidt IS a liberal. However, you will love that he has to say.
If you prefer reading to listening, the link to the text follows the podcast link.
https://soundcloud.com/onbeing/jonathan-haidt-the-psychology-of-self-righteousness-oct2017
https://onbeing.org/programs/jonathan-haidt-the-psychology-of-self-righteousness-oct2017/