ROG WEIGHS IN ON THE FIREMEN
The original issue was an attempt by Platt to show how the MOQ works. I have
repeatedly offered that a problem with the MOQ is the overconcentration on
conflict as opposed to harmony (both within and between levels). I think
this issue goes to the same point.
The obvious solution to this social/intellectual value conflict (which I
agree with Platt does exist in most *low quality* recommended solutions to
this issue) is to avoid the conflict by appealing to both levels. In this
case, I would suggest that rather than rewriting history, that we preserve
the truth of this photographed incident and that we use other statues and
monuments at the sight to recognize diversity and other social values. The
site can have social values in ways that don't violate intellectual values.
Look for solutions that are win/win, not win/lose. They aren't always
possible to find, but where possible, they can help point the way to higher
quality.
Please note that the focus of this thread is the MOQ's effectiveness as a
moral guide. The fireman statue is just a case in point.
Rog
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