[Altruistic-Economics] Alternative Economics & Altruism

[Robin Upton]

Dear Michael,

I would challenge you not to suggest small improvements, but to follow 
your hearts beyond the limits of acceptable discourse, beyond the 
presupposition of selfishness, and look outside the exchange paradigm 
altogether. If the present system is fundamentally not sustainable, 
let's not try to sustain it! :-) Let's make one which resonates with our 
highest ideals. I think altruistic economics may be able to help you 
expand on your vision, and sharpen your analysis of what is going on. 
Maybe we can even come up with a working system. We're currently only a 
small group of volunteers working on this, but there is the Margaret 
Mead factor to consider.

Please be aware, when you see the attached that I've highlighted the 
differences for purposes of clarity. I am actually in broad agreement 
with the spiritual progressive agenda. Keep giving all you can,

Robin

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