Remember that “evolution is cleverer than you are”. We build resilience not by doubling down on one or two particular worldviews but by trying out different theories of change in different policies
All in Reflections
Remember that “evolution is cleverer than you are”. We build resilience not by doubling down on one or two particular worldviews but by trying out different theories of change in different policies
There are many worldviews to public policy; not every one is equally true. But what if some are more right than others, and what if we happen to be more wrong than right in our choice of worldviews? The argument for a portfolio of worldviews or theories of change is compelling.
Much of the foundation of hard science fiction is effectively taking our reality today and asking, “If this one thing were different, how would the world look?”
But if we can hold off zombie interest groups for public policy, learn not to put human beings on pedestals, but simply take what their best and wisest decisions are for ourselves, while respecting our own mental health and that of everyone around us, maybe we’ll get through 2025 alright.
CREDs cannot just be about the vibes. Credibility, and therefore trust, cannot be earned overnight and merely through words
And so, here is a list of eight (completely arbitrary number) “indie” public goods that we think would make Malaysia — or in some cases, at least our immediate neighbourhoods — a better place to live for all.
Whatever happens with global politics following the year of elections — especially with the US presidential election — navigating the waters of global policy means navigating “swamps, deserts and chasms”.
if we really believe in the reforms or the development goals we wish to achieve, we have to hold fast, keep to the process, stay coordinated as a team, be willing to choose what’s right over who’s who and understand that nation-building is a never-ending journey
Therefore, it isn’t that less bureaucracy is a good thing; we just need a high-performing bureaucracy. We really need to quit sabotaging our organisations, public and private.
The best part about reading stuff is learning new ideas and seeing how they might connect to other ideas or be applicable to certain situations or circumstances. So with that in mind, I thought I would just share four of the most interesting ideas I learnt in 2023, be it from books or articles.
humankind is imperfect in the first place — and try to see that, rather than get worked up over performative displays of purity, we should instead channel our efforts towards resolving real issues, helping others rather than judging them.
Perhaps a rule of thumb is as follows: “If you’re unsure, always choose against the status quo and always choose new.” Tradition is safe, but only innovation can get us where we need to go.