The Genetics of Political Behavior

In this unique amalgam of neuroscience, genetics and evolutionary psychology, Ryan argues that leftists and rightists are biologically distinct versions of the human species that came into being at different moments in human evolution.

Michael Ryan is professor emeritus at Temple University. He has published books in the fields of political philosophy, cultural politics, and literary studies. His web page can be found on Academia.edu.

Preface 1. Political Adaptations 2. Evolutionary Models 3. Traits, Brains, Genes 4. Art and the Origin of Civilization 5. The Genetic Geography of Conservatism 6. Religion as Adaptation 7. European History in Light of Evolution 8. Violence Against Others: Torture, Genocide, War 9. The Psychology of Political Correctness 10. Leftist Form and Rightist Substance 11. Dominance and Deception in Economics 12. Is Socialism Adaptive? The Future of H. sapiens Conclusion Future Work Notes