> Hear, hear! I think that Singularitarianism is better than
> transhumanism, and I think that Externalist Singularitarianism (there's
> a mouthful) is better than ordinary Singularitarianism. If I didn't
> believe that, I wouldn't be one. Yes, I think my philosophy is better
> than your philosophy. I think it has greater logical rigor and promotes
> stronger minds. That's what it's all about: There *Is* A Better Way.
Yes, and here it is:
General goal: infinite existence under the best possible conditions.
Primary means to achieve this: reason, science and technology.
Motivation: enlightened self-interest.
(whole story at
http://meltingpot.fortunecity.com//kuwait/557/principles.html)
> den Otter thinks selfishness is superior to Externalism,
I belief that Externalism is a figment of the imagination, to be precise. A wild, unfounded speculation at best. "Selfishness", or rather enlightened self-interest, on the other hand is very real and very practical (so yes, of course it's superior). Get hip dude, get Internalist.
> It's time to admit that some philosophies are better than others. "My
> philosophy is better than your philosophy" is not a statement of
> inherent moral superiority, or an insult to the other, but an attempt to
> create and transmit a Better Way - no different from "My design for
> active shields is better than your design for active shields."
Amen to that...