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Re:How Fear and Outrage Are Sold for Profit by amelius on Tuesday July 25, 2017 @03:44PM (#14851229)
The most evident and problematic might be the worship of youth though. I'm curious if cultures in which the elderly are more respected and admired, are generally also happier.
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Re:How Fear and Outrage Are Sold for Profit by Baeocystin on Tuesday July 25, 2017 @08:29PM (#14852959)
They are not. Judging people by qualities outside of their control winds up giving respect and power to many who do not deserve it, with the pain that inevitably follows. This holds true regardless of whether the bias is towards youth or age.

Source: have lived for years in both types of culture

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