How important is it that members of a society share certain views in common?

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Very important! If members of a society don't have some common views, they will not agree on common action, therefore making it difficult for them to work together.

Certain views need to be shared, at least in the sense that people can come to a compromise. The diversity of opinions is also very important. It is often through some conflict that innovative approaches to societal problems can be achieved.