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The major problem is we die, so if we didn’t die then yes those 10,000 years of civilization would help because of the life experiences of the survivors,

So:

1.) Not everyone reads history books 2.) We die 3.) Social stats reset at birth, pray you have parents who treat you and other people well

The only permanent solution is an evolution of our species where the asshole gene is gone or a collective hive mind



Some social improvements do propagate across generations.

For example, we no longer throw virgins into volcanoes.

On the other hand there are also regressions with pockets of civilization reverting to outdated practices here and there, even now.




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