Scott Alexander responds to comments on polyamory, providing data and addressing concerns about relationship satisfaction, child-rearing, and abuse risks in poly relationships. Longer summary

Scott Alexander responds to comments on his previous posts about polyamory, addressing various arguments and providing data where possible. He discusses statistics on relationship satisfaction and child-rearing in poly vs. monogamous relationships, addresses concerns about abuse risks, and shares personal observations. The post touches on cultural perceptions of polyamory, its prevalence among different groups, and potential societal impacts. Scott also reflects on some new insights he gained from the discussion, particularly around child-rearing in poly relationships and abuse risks. Shorter summary

Scott Alexander explores how love embodies libertarian principles and resists regulation, proposing it as a model for libertarian thinking. Longer summary

Scott Alexander proposes Valentine's Day as a holiday for libertarians, arguing that the way people think about love is the last relic of libertarian thinking. He explores how love operates on principles similar to libertarian ideals, such as non-aggression and resistance to regulation, despite its inherent unfairness and dangers. The post reflects on why people resist regulating love even when it might seem beneficial, and compares this resistance to how people used to think about other aspects of life. Scott also ponders whether love's relative freedom from regulation actually makes it work better, concluding that while love can be disastrous, it retains a unique charm and cultural significance. Shorter summary