Virginia Postrel, in her 2011 book The Future and Its Enemies, argues that the political divide is not merely left vs. right; rather, it is between dynamists, who embrace change and innovation, and stasists, who resist it in favor of caution and preservation. This ideological clash is currently prominent within the Republican Party, reflecting broader societal tensions about embracing future advancements versus maintaining traditional values.
The immigration debate highlights the schism between stasists, who advocate for protecting native workers and restricting H-1B visas, and dynamists, such as Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, who view skilled immigrants as essential to maintaining a competitive edge. They liken immigration policies to sports teams, arguing that a strong economy, like a professional team, requires top talent from everywhere — not just a preference for homegrown players.
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