Renowned social scientist Gad Saad is well-known for his contributions to evolutionary behavioral science. He has frequently discussed the contradictions he sees in intellectual circles around some societal values, especially those pertaining to cultural norms and beliefs.

Saad's assertion reflects a tendency he observes among Western intellectuals: a propensity to praise harsh religious and political doctrines that might be viewed as oppressive elsewhere while simultaneously criticizing or even demeaning American values. His larger observations about the discrepancy between people's stated values and their actual behavior, particularly in intellectual and academic communities, include this observation.

Consider someone who regularly berates their hometown for lacking enough progressive ideas while supporting international policies or ideologies that are infamously closed off to change and transparency. This type of conduct is similar to what Saad noted about Western intellectuals: people who appear to advocate liberal ideals at home may, ironically, advocate restrictive and intolerable viewpoints overseas.

Saad's criticism draws attention to the intricate relationship that exists between moral hypocrisy, intellectual consistency, and cultural relativism. According to him, people may have a propensity to apply their beliefs selectively depending on the situation or the source of the belief rather than on their intrinsic value or effect on freedoms and human rights.

Saad essentially challenges people who might think of themselves as enlightened thinkers to consider how they critically and impartially evaluate various value systems. Instead of merely agreeing with popular criticisms or endorsements within particular circles, he promotes intellectual integrity and consistency in assessing both domestic and foreign ideologies according to their adherence to values like freedom and tolerance.