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Small-Scale Question Sunday for July 2, 2023

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According to urbandictionary Nassim Taleb coined it to mean a form of longevity in which things that have been around for a long time seem to be more likely to be around for a long time yet to come.

I'm not sure if that's just a reframing of the conservative position but thanks for clarifying!

Conservatives wouldn't have much of a need to fight to preserve thier traditions if this were the case.

To strawman:

Lindy - has been around for a long time therefore will be around for much longer.

Conservative - has been around for a long time therefore should be around for much longer.