Provocative essay. It makes a good deal of sense. But we are all on this sinking ship together and the life boats are full of holes (or long gone with the rich folks). Nevetheless, the naked ape was once a very communal creature, thriving through cooperation and reciprocity. In a curious way I admire your opinion, and I am glad you've chosen to follow me. THANK YOU. Did you notice my recent missive: https://medium.com/@daneke/slouching-toward-untopia-bf0a92f9d595 Others did the highlighting.