<!-- bryant-content-generator:start --> # Human beings form coalitions because cooperation... > Human beings form coalitions because cooperation reduces individual exposure and increases access to information, protection, and resources. Civilization improves that ancient bargain by replacing blind allegiance with explicit purpose, voluntary participation, and standards of conduct. The goal is not to escape coalitionary life but to build coalitions worthy of trust. **Source:** [[livestreams/Shared Effort and the Architecture of Opportunity - Workbook|Shared Effort and the Architecture of Opportunity]] ## Share on Social Media ``` “Human beings form coalitions because cooperation reduces individual exposure and increases access to information, protection, and resources. Civilization improves that ancient bargain by replacing blind allegiance with explicit purpose, voluntary participation, and standards of conduct. The goal is not to escape coalitionary life but to build coalitions worthy of trust.” — Bryant McGill https://bryantmcgill.com/quotes/quotes-human-beings-form-coalitions-worthy-trust ``` <!-- bryant-content-generator:end -->