It's a numbers game. Neurotypicals outnumber people on the spectrum, so their values become the norm. I really think ASD people are a minority because they str

It's a numbers game. Neurotypicals outnumber people on the spectrum, so their values become the norm. I really think ASD people are a minority because they struggle with socializing, which mating is a very important kind of. This pattern has been set in stone for so long people think it's some sort of truth about how society works. But as others have pointed out, poor social skills can simply be incongruent social skills. Those you term "political operators" could also be classified as neuro-atypical with cluster B personality disorders. By and large they do run things so maybe their "superpower" exceeds that of the scrupulous "aspie". I think things are changing though, very slowly. There's a big universe outside of human societies. Everything is not a social convention. There is an objective reality, and over the very long run I think truth-telling is the best strategy because lies and ignorance are always exposed. I believe those who are scrupulous and honest will have their day in the end.