1.29.2009

back to the talk back

I was energized by today's talk backs. I was fascinated by Dr. Weem's question ("is there a deep, primordial need for group identity and 'hatred' of the 'other'?") that she presented. I was immediately drawn to the word "need" and was unable to accept it in this context. I do not believe there has always been a species-specific (human) need to seek revenge or hurt another. Of course, competition exists for survival purposes; however, the 'hatred' that Dr. Weems seems to be alluding to is more or less concerned with inherent evil in this world and temptation of sin.

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