Moral Concepts Of The Individual And Society

Dan Little looks at conservative and progressive views of society, and emphasis of individuals versus the common good (via Mark Thoma).  He emphasizes a progressive philosophy for the organization of society.  It is worth the read.  It might not be everybody's cup of tea, but it lays out a counterargument to the tea party view of society.  I think the answer is in between the two poles, but probably closer to the progressive side than the conservative side.  Partially, that is because the conservative argument has gotten so extreme that it is crazy to consider.