Theoretical discussion on moral norms, categorical vs. continuous variables, and implications for sanctions and revolutions

Theoretical discussion on moral norms, categorical vs. continuous variables, and implications for sanctions and revolutions The passage is a philosophical and theoretical analysis without concrete names, transactions, dates, or actionable leads. It mentions the Obama administration only in a generic critique, but provides no new evidence or specific allegations involving powerful actors. Key insights: Speculates on why the Obama administration’s response to chemical weapons was criticized.; Discusses categorical norms (e.g., one‑drop rule) versus continuous variables in social enforcement.; Suggests revolutions are triggered by discrete events rather than gradual grievances.