Quote by E. O. Wilson

Individual versus group selection results in a mix of altruism and selfishness, of virtue and sin, among the members of a society.

Individual versus group selection results in a mix of altrui

Summary

This quote highlights how the tension between individual and group selection influences the behavior of individuals within a society. Individual selection favors selfishness as individuals seek their own self-interest, while group selection promotes altruism as cooperation within a group enhances its chances of survival. Consequently, a society consists of a mix of altruistic and selfish behavior, virtuous and sinful acts, as individuals navigate between pursuing their self-interests and contributing to the collective welfare of the group. This tension between individual and group selection shapes the complex dynamics and moral landscape that exist within societies.

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By E. O. Wilson

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