Fascinating discussion below...

Personally, when I consider "the west" as an entity, I find myself looking past race, religion, politics, etc.

That said, what are the overarching values of "the west"? What would you say we collectively value?

Freedom as a general principle?
Freedom of speech?
Equality of opportunity?
Willingness to help one another?

What do we all share?

I've got no answers, only questions...would love to read anybody's input...