(May 10, 2011 at 1:21 am)Sciencerob Wrote: Are you talking about Ayn Rand objectivism? If you are I disagree. I read Ayn Rand's books and though I disagree with her(her views on altruism are shocking to say the least) I definitely wouldn't characterize the above as her objectivism.
I agree her understanding of human nature is deeply flawed, she didn't have the benefits of modern cognitive science and psychology especially where it regards empathy and egalitarianism, but the reference to 'human pride' is very similar to the idea of man as a heroic figure.
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