Why do intellectuals seem so disproportionately attracted to “progressive” political views and government-centric means of remedying social ills?

Why do intellectuals seem so disproportionately attracted to “progressive” political views and government-centric means of remedying social ills? https://t.co/FgTw2wrklA pic.twitter.com/aN3a15JnlO

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