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{{Ideology|title1 = [[File: Technocracy.png]] Technocracy|image1 = TechnocracyBall.png|caption1 = "Why get a politician to do an engineer's job?"|aliases = Techball<br> |
{{Ideology|title1 = [[File: Technocracy.png]] Technocracy|image1 = TechnocracyBall.png|caption1 = "Why get a politician to do an engineer's job?"|aliases = Techball<br> |
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Rule of the Skilled|quadrant(s) = [[File: Authleft.png]] [[:Category:Authoritarian Left|AuthLeft]] (original technocratic movement)<br> |
Rule of the Skilled|quadrant(s) = [[File: Authleft.png]] [[:Category:Authoritarian Left|AuthLeft]] (original technocratic movement)<br> |
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[[File: nonquadrant.png]] [[:Category:Non-Quadrant|Non-Quadrant]] (in general)|family = [[ |
[[File: nonquadrant.png]] [[:Category:Non-Quadrant|Non-Quadrant]] (in general)|family = [[Noocracy]] (Parent)<br> |
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[[File: Cybercr.png]] [[Cyberocracy]] (Child)<br>|definition = "A system of government in which political authority is held up in scientifically skilled individuals"|year = 1919|country = United States|founder = William Henry Smyth (Technocracy in general)<br> |
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Howard Scott (1930's technocracy movement)<br>|themecolor = #d3d3d3|textcolor = #b22222}}'''Technocracy''' is an economically and culturally variable anti-democratic ideology who supports a system of governance in which decision-makers within the are selected on the basis of their expertise in a given area of responsibility, particularly with regard to scientific or technical knowledge, and supports the formation of a government of scientists, engineers, urban planners etc. The term can also sometimes be used to describe the idea of approaching social and economical problems through the lens of sustainability and the scientific method as opposed to the pursuit of monetary profit. Sometimes, Technocracy can advocate for economic planning, although this is not always the case. |
Howard Scott (1930's technocracy movement)<br>|themecolor = #d3d3d3|textcolor = #b22222}}'''Technocracy''' is an economically and culturally variable anti-democratic ideology who supports a system of governance in which decision-makers within the are selected on the basis of their expertise in a given area of responsibility, particularly with regard to scientific or technical knowledge, and supports the formation of a government of scientists, engineers, urban planners etc. The term can also sometimes be used to describe the idea of approaching social and economical problems through the lens of sustainability and the scientific method as opposed to the pursuit of monetary profit. Sometimes, Technocracy can advocate for economic planning, although this is not always the case. |
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Revision as of 20:32, 16 July 2020
Technocracy is an economically and culturally variable anti-democratic ideology who supports a system of governance in which decision-makers within the are selected on the basis of their expertise in a given area of responsibility, particularly with regard to scientific or technical knowledge, and supports the formation of a government of scientists, engineers, urban planners etc. The term can also sometimes be used to describe the idea of approaching social and economical problems through the lens of sustainability and the scientific method as opposed to the pursuit of monetary profit. Sometimes, Technocracy can advocate for economic planning, although this is not always the case.
How to Draw
Techball is extremely easy to draw:
- Draw a ball
- Draw in a yin-yang style symbol, with the left part in light grey (#d3d3d3) and the right part in red (#b22222)
- Add the eyes and done!
Stylistic notes
- Usually depicted as more intelligent than other ideologies and with deep knowledge of various scientific fields.
- While not explicitly technologically progressive, he often associates with pro-technology ideologies and enjoys sharing his scientific knowledge with them.
- While not particularly anti-capitalist, can be critical of capitalism for giving the wealthy power as opposed to the most skilled.
Relationships
Friends
- File:Soc.png Socialism - We aren't as close as we used to be, but you've been a great influence on my ideology and we've worked together a good few times to bring about a better world. I like your planned economies!
Syndicalism - Profession-run industry gang!
Combatocracy - You also support leadership based on skill, even if our perspectives are a little different
Transhumanism - My more technologically advanced friend
Socialist Transhumanism - Based!
Frenemies
Capitalism - You're not the worst ideology, but you put much more importance on wealth and materialism as opposed to promoting a true meritocracy
Monarchism - You do agree with me that the dumb public shouldn't have power, but really! Me and you! Together!
Enemies
Liberalism - Democracy is a flawed system! Your average citizen has no consensus on the political world
Kakistocracy - Are you insane? Why on Earth would you want a society ruled by idiots?!
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