“Should we try harder to appeal to conservatives?” by SiobhanB

Hello! It seems to me that the EA community leans towards progressive or liberal political ideologies. This feels especially pertinent within animal advocacy, where moral and cultural disagreements often create barriers to broader acceptance. However, I think it's an analogous problem within EA and so feel free to weigh in even if animals aren’t your primary concern. If we agree that engaging more conservatives is desirable, how might we achieve this? Here are a few ideas: 1. Highlight conservative-friendly interventions: Focus on initiatives that align with conservative priorities, such as promoting free-market solutions to factory farming (e.g., supporting cultured meat startups) or emphasizing the health benefits of plant-based diets. 2. Engage conservative leaders: Collaborate with conservative thought leaders, policymakers, and organizations to bridge ideological divides and promote EA principles in ways that resonate with their audiences. 3. Encourage open dialogue: Create spaces within EA [...] --- First published: January 17th, 2025 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/Gg7WTqeBdTXn2ZnMn/should-we-try-harder-to-appeal-to-conservatives --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.