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18 April 2024

• 06:3106:31, 18 April 2024 diff hist +74‎ Peer Review ‎No edit summary current
• 06:1006:10, 18 April 2024 diff hist +2,725‎ N Arrow's Impossibility Theorem ‎ Created page with "Arrow's Impossibility Theorem, proposed by economist Kenneth Arrow in 1951, is a fundamental result in social choice theory that highlights the challenges of aggregating individual preferences into a collective or societal preference ranking. The theorem demonstrates that it's impossible to design a voting system that satisfies a set of seemingly reasonable criteria simultaneously. Here's a simplified explanation of Arrow's Impossibility Theorem: * '''Individual Prefer..." current
• 06:0606:06, 18 April 2024 diff hist +5,370‎ N Social Welfare Function ‎ Created page with "The concept of a Social Welfare Function (SWF) is often explored within the framework of welfare economics, which examines how resources can be allocated to maximize social welfare or utility. At its core, a Social Welfare Function is a theoretical construct used to represent society's preferences over alternative states of the world. It's essentially a way to aggregate individual preferences into a single measure of social welfare. Here's how it works: * '''Individua..." current
• 05:3905:39, 18 April 2024 diff hist +36‎ Portal Concepts ‎ →‎A current

17 April 2024

• 05:3505:35, 17 April 2024 diff hist +4‎ Geometric Marginalism ‎No edit summary current
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• 04:5204:52, 17 April 2024 diff hist +1,208‎ Geometric Marginalism ‎No edit summary
• 04:1804:18, 17 April 2024 diff hist +23‎ Comparative Advantage ‎No edit summary current
• 01:1401:14, 17 April 2024 diff hist +2,176‎ N Comparative Advantage ‎ Created page with "Comparative advantage is a fundamental concept in economics that explains how countries, individuals, or firms can benefit from specializing in producing goods or services in which they have a lower opportunity cost relative to others. This principle was first introduced by the economist David Ricardo in the early 19th century. At its core, comparative advantage suggests that even if one country is less efficient in producing all goods compared to another country, it ca..."

16 April 2024

• 22:1622:16, 16 April 2024 diff hist +2,395‎ N Long-Short Position ‎ Created page with "In financial trading, going '''"long"''' on something means to buy it with the expectation that its value will increase over time. Conversely, going '''"short"''' means to sell something with the expectation that its value will decrease. Abstracted from financial trading, the concept of long and short positions can be applied metaphorically to various aspects of life, particularly in decision-making, belief systems, and personal values. Taking a "long" position on some..."
• 20:2120:21, 16 April 2024 diff hist +1,841‎ N Stay In Your Lane ‎ Created page with "The phrase "stay in your lane" is typically used as a metaphorical way of telling someone to focus on their own responsibilities, expertise, or domain rather than meddling in or offering opinions on matters outside of their purview. It's often used to maintain boundaries, prevent overreach, or discourage someone from interfering in areas where they lack competence or authority. However, "stay in your lane" can be weaponized when used inappropriately or in a manner that..." current
• 20:1320:13, 16 April 2024 diff hist +24‎ Portal Concepts ‎ →‎S
• 18:5918:59, 16 April 2024 diff hist +879‎ N Camping and Decamping ‎ Created page with "Ideological "Camping" refers to temporarily adopting or exploring a particular perspective, ideology, or set of ideas. It's like setting up camp in a new mental space, trying it out, and seeing how it fits with one's beliefs or understanding. Conversely, Ideological "Decamping" refers to leaving behind or moving away from that adopted perspective or set of ideas. It's like breaking camp and returning to one's default or original mental state or perspective after experim..." current

15 April 2024

• 05:4705:47, 15 April 2024 diff hist +41‎ Matthew Effect ‎ →‎On X current
• 05:4605:46, 15 April 2024 diff hist +129‎ Matthew Effect ‎No edit summary
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• 05:3205:32, 15 April 2024 diff hist +50‎ N Geometric Marginalism ‎ Created page with "{{#widget:Tweet|id=1423392839568789504}} {{stub}}"
• 05:3005:30, 15 April 2024 diff hist +53‎ Matilda Effect ‎No edit summary current
• 05:0305:03, 15 April 2024 diff hist +71‎ Matthew Effect ‎No edit summary
• 05:0005:00, 15 April 2024 diff hist +1,320‎ N Matilda Effect ‎ Created page with "The "Matilda Effect" is a concept coined by science historian Margaret Rossiter, inspired by suffragist Matilda Joslyn Gage. It refers to the systematic undervaluation and underrecognition of the contributions of women in academia and science, particularly in cases where their work is attributed to male colleagues or supervisors. In many fields, women have historically faced significant barriers to entry and advancement, leading to disparities in recognition, funding, a..."
• 04:5604:56, 15 April 2024 diff hist +2,568‎ N Matthew Effect ‎ Created page with "The Matthew Effect, coined by sociologist Robert K. Merton, refers to the phenomenon where the rich get richer and the poor get poorer, or more specifically, where those who already have an advantage tend to accumulate more advantages, while those who are disadvantaged struggle to catch up. This concept derives its name from the Gospel of Matthew, specifically the passage "For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath no..."

6 April 2024

• 19:5919:59, 6 April 2024 diff hist −3‎ Funeral by Funeral ‎No edit summary current
• 19:5719:57, 6 April 2024 diff hist +2,472‎ N Funeral by Funeral ‎ Created page with "The quote "Science advances one funeral at a time", attributed to Max Planck, is well known among academics, particularly in STEM fields, due to its insight into the dynamics of scientific progress and the resistance to change within scientific communities. * '''Paradigm Shifts:''' Planck's quote highlights the idea that scientific progress is often hindered by entrenched beliefs and paradigms held by established scientists. It suggests that significant advancements in..."
• 19:2719:27, 6 April 2024 diff hist +98‎ Economic Imperialism ‎No edit summary current
• 19:2619:26, 6 April 2024 diff hist +51‎ N File:ECONOMIC-IMPERIALISM-Edward-P-Lazear.png ‎No edit summary current
• 19:2319:23, 6 April 2024 diff hist +1,124‎ N Economic Imperialism ‎ Created page with "thumb|Edward P. Lazear "Economic Imperialism" is a seminal paper authored by Edward P. Lazear, published in 1999. In this paper, Lazear challenges the boundaries between economics and other social sciences, particularly sociology. He argues that economics, with its focus on rational decision-making and incentives, has expanded its domain beyond traditional economic topics to explain phenomena traditionally studied by sociologists. Lazear in..."
• 19:1319:13, 6 April 2024 diff hist +15‎ N File:Edward-P-Lazear.jpg ‎No edit summary current
• 19:0019:00, 6 April 2024 diff hist +37‎ Holonomy Project ‎No edit summary current
• 06:2506:25, 6 April 2024 diff hist −397‎ The Distributed Idea Suppression Complex (The DISC) ‎No edit summary current
• 06:0706:07, 6 April 2024 diff hist +838‎ Chihuahua Effect ‎No edit summary current
• 05:4905:49, 6 April 2024 diff hist +1,133‎ Chihuahua Effect ‎No edit summary
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5 April 2024

• 06:2506:25, 5 April 2024 diff hist −2,302‎ The Distributed Idea Suppression Complex (The DISC) ‎No edit summary

1 April 2024

• 07:1907:19, 1 April 2024 diff hist +328‎ Prebunked Malinformation ‎No edit summary current
• 07:1407:14, 1 April 2024 diff hist +161‎ The Distributed Idea Suppression Complex (The DISC) ‎No edit summary
• 07:0107:01, 1 April 2024 diff hist +111‎ The Distributed Idea Suppression Complex (The DISC) ‎No edit summary
• 07:0007:00, 1 April 2024 diff hist +37‎ No-Living-Heroes Theory ‎ →‎See Also current
• 06:3806:38, 1 April 2024 diff hist +493‎ N Spiritual Bypassing ‎ Created page with "Spiritual bypassing refers to the tendency of individuals to use spiritual beliefs and practices to avoid dealing with emotional, psychological, or interpersonal issues. Instead of confronting and resolving these challenges, they may use spirituality as a defense mechanism to suppress or ignore their underlying problems. This can lead to a superficial sense of peace or enlightenment without addressing deeper issues, potentially hindering personal growth and healing. C..." current
• 06:3506:35, 1 April 2024 diff hist +23‎ Social Darwinism ‎No edit summary current
• 06:3406:34, 1 April 2024 diff hist +23‎ Order 66 ‎No edit summary current
• 06:3306:33, 1 April 2024 diff hist +836‎ N Kafkaesque ‎ Created page with ""Kafkaesque" refers to situations or experiences characterized by surreal, nightmarish, or absurd elements reminiscent of the themes found in the works of Franz Kafka, a Czech writer known for his complex narratives involving bureaucracy, alienation, and the absurdity of modern life. This term is often used to describe scenarios marked by oppressive, illogical, or dehumanizing qualities, where individuals feel trapped or powerless against overwhelming and incomprehensibl..." current
• 06:2806:28, 1 April 2024 diff hist −2‎ Extractive Elite ‎No edit summary current
• 06:2606:26, 1 April 2024 diff hist +17‎ Portal Concepts ‎ →‎K
• 06:2606:26, 1 April 2024 diff hist 0‎ Social Darwinism ‎No edit summary
• 06:2506:25, 1 April 2024 diff hist +30‎ Portal Concepts ‎ →‎S
• 06:2406:24, 1 April 2024 diff hist +2,183‎ N Star Chamber ‎ Created page with "The Star Chamber was a court of law in England that originated in the late 15th century and reached the height of its power during the reigns of Tudor monarchs, particularly Henry VII and Henry VIII. It was named after the star-decorated ceiling of the room in Westminster Palace where the court originally met. The Star Chamber was known for its secretive proceedings and lack of juries. Instead, cases were heard by a panel of judges and councilors, often including members..." current
• 06:2006:20, 1 April 2024 diff hist +120‎ Load-Bearing Fictions ‎No edit summary current
• 06:0906:09, 1 April 2024 diff hist +923‎ N Social Darwinism ‎ Created page with "Social Darwinism is a socio-political theory that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, influenced by Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection. It posits that societal progress arises from the survival of the fittest, applying Darwin's biological principles to human societies. Advocates of Social Darwinism argue that competition, inequality, and the success of certain individuals or groups are natural and beneficial for societal advancement, while those..."
• 06:0206:02, 1 April 2024 diff hist +3,280‎ N Order 66 ‎ Created page with "In the Star Wars universe, "Order 66" refers to a pivotal event depicted in Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. It was a command issued by Emperor Palpatine (also known as Darth Sidious) to the clone troopers of the Grand Army of the Republic. The order mandated the execution of their Jedi commanders, effectively initiating the eradication of the Jedi Order, who were perceived as threats to the newly formed Galactic Empire. From a fictional perspective, Order 66 serves as..."