👉 In the context of political science and sociology, babbittism is a concept that refers to the idea that individuals or groups who are perceived as having "babbitt-like" characteristics, such as being lazy, unproductive, or lacking in ambition, may be more likely to engage in behaviors that benefit only themselves. This can lead to social and economic inequality, as well as political polarization due to a lack of understanding about the motivations behind these actions. For example, if someone is described as
