Distinction: common vs. collective identity.
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@sarahdoingthing Although note that the first thing any group does is name itself so everyone can refer to it as an agent. -
@mr_scientism naming enemies is popular too for the same reason - 3 more replies
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@sarahdoingthing I'm working on this too. I think the key is collective agency - i.e., a group can operate as an agent. -
@mr_scientism same - democracy tends to erase small group agency (i.e. actually effective agency) ostensibly in the interests of individuals - 1 more reply
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@sarahdoingthing Group structure flows from the group operating as an agent. I think formality probably develops naturally as size increasesThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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