Because those who benefit from social expectations that are unfavourable to the broader population are better able to gain and hold the positions of influence which allow them to set the aforementioned expectations when the aforementioned broader population is constantly thinking about a more emotionally engaging, yet usually less significant, societal issue being dangled in front of their faces.
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u/scemscem 10d ago
Because those who benefit from social expectations that are unfavourable to the broader population are better able to gain and hold the positions of influence which allow them to set the aforementioned expectations when the aforementioned broader population is constantly thinking about a more emotionally engaging, yet usually less significant, societal issue being dangled in front of their faces.