It’s a cultural reference to “the grey tribe”, a concept coined by Scott Alexander. As opposed to the “blue tribe” and “red tribe” constructs in US politics, Scott describes the grey tribe as centrist/ libertarian/ moderate, rationalist, and technocratic. The Grey Robes is an invitation to the grey tribe to advance their artistic, spiritual and cultural depth without renouncing their existing values.
Why gray though? Seems alien or boring. Why not a color? Or many colors?
It’s a cultural reference to “the grey tribe”, a concept coined by Scott Alexander. As opposed to the “blue tribe” and “red tribe” constructs in US politics, Scott describes the grey tribe as centrist/ libertarian/ moderate, rationalist, and technocratic. The Grey Robes is an invitation to the grey tribe to advance their artistic, spiritual and cultural depth without renouncing their existing values.
I see. Thanks for the info! I feel informed.
weird shit. id rather suggest to read or listen to this: https://www.noemamag.com/chasing-utopia-startup-style/
Don’t need to read this. I know all these people and have been involved with startup societies for a while.
well have you read it? Its a critique of decentralisation myths.
Criticize by creating.