Politics for greater liberty: Transhumanist perspectives

In a time of widespread anxiety about social unrest and perceived growing inequalities, what political approach is likely to ensure the greatest liberty?

In light of the greater insights provided by science into human psychology at both the individual and group levels, what are the threats to our wellbeing that most need to be guarded against, and which aspects of human character most need to be protected and uplifted?

What does the emerging philosophy of transhumanism, with its vision of conscious life evolving under thoughtful human control beyond the current human form, have to say about potential political interventions?

This 90 minute London Futurists live Zoom webinar featured a number of panellists with a rich understanding of both politics and transhumanism:

The webinar took place from 7pm UK time on Saturday 20th June 2020.

The following links give more information about items mentioned during the discussion:

[rebelScience]

Thank you so much, smart people! I am so happy I decided to switch from a generic programming career to Bioinformatics to help other amazing people to solve aging and suffering, related to that.

[shadoweagle]

Great video everyone! You put a lot of effort in this. I like the 2D political view.

[MrSstiel]

The major political thing is how can transhumanism look relevant now to frightened electorates.

[jordisandalinas]

Plan A and plan B, both are moving forward!! Way to go guys, together we'll make this happen

[DezWonda]

Basically you people are nuts and you're playing with fire, and fire always burns.