"But the completely different way of valuing individuals, by treating each of them decently come what may, and demanding such treatment for ourselves, is a vita

"But the completely different way of valuing individuals, by treating each of them decently come what may, and demanding such treatment for ourselves, is a vital part of our lives" I believe one of the single most helpful changes in values would be to give some thought of the welfare of others. The "well that's their problem" ethos is a big part of our problem.