MacGregor The Bridge Builder

MacGregor The Bridge Builder: A Story of Recognition and Bias

A Scottish joke tells of an old man claiming credit for building a bridge with his own hands but never being recognized by that title. This is compared to the unfair treatment MacGregor faces due to negative events, such as raising children or supporting causes like effective altruism and capitalism. The article argues that individuals are often remembered for a single negative action, resulting in a loss of recognition for their many accomplishments.

This phenomenon is likened to cancel culture, where someone's reputation can be ruined by one embarrassing incident, even if they have done many good things. The writer expresses concern over how this affects the freedom and fairness of individuals, and hopes that MacGregor finds solace in this post.