Stable Quote by Richard Dawkins
““An ESS is stable, not because it is particularly good for the individuals participating in it, but simply because it is immune to treachery from within.””
About This Quote
A stable economic system (ESS) persists not because it benefits individuals, but because it resists internal betrayal.
In simple terms: Stability comes from resistance to internal treachery.
Key Takeaway
Design systems that prevent internal betrayal.
Themes
economics
stability
trust
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- corporate governance
- cryptocurrency
- cooperatives
- public policy
Key Concepts
game theory
institutional design
collective action
Questions to Reflect On
- Can stability coexist with individual benefit?
- What safeguards prevent internal treachery?
A Different Perspective
Stability may ignore individual welfare.
