Yes, I agree. I wasn't saying that we should pursue nerd determinism, only that cynicism with such a political system makes some us more inclined to find non-po

Yes, I agree. I wasn't saying that we should pursue nerd determinism, only that cynicism with such a political system makes some us more inclined to find non-political solutions. But the unfortunate reality is that it is not enough, and we need to get involved in politics, however painful that may be.