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fromApaonline
3 weeks ago

Time is Political

Time is a critical yet often overlooked component in the theories of justice and democracy.
#confucianism
#voting-rights
philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

The Republican Moment: Reviving Freedom and Democracy in an Authoritarian Age

Authoritarianism is on the rise globally; revisiting republican political philosophy may help strengthen democracy.
UK politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

What Is Freedom For?

Quentin Skinner critiques modern liberty concepts, advocating for a republican vision of freedom from domination over contemporary notions of freedom from interference.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Curtis Yarvin's Plot Against America

Mencius Moldbug postulated the removal of democracy and the emergence of a C.E.O.-in-chief, proposing a radical reform of government into a profit-driven corporation.
Right-wing politics
fromApaonline
2 months ago

2019 Pacific Division Presidential Address: Individual Well-Being and Social Justice

Arneson's address looks deeply into the intertwined concepts of individual well-being and social justice, arguing for an understanding that combines personal aspirations with collective societal responsibilities.
philosophy
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

Social and Political Philosophy, Idris Robinson

The course aims to redefine political philosophy by integrating both Western and Eastern ideas and challenging conventional thought.
#democracy
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

Freedom in an age of climate crisis and trade wars: Lessons from philosopher Immanuel Kant

Global commitment to sustainability and equality is in jeopardy due to rising autocracies and libertarian influences, as reflected in the U.S. political climate.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Michael J. Sandel: Trump isn't stopped by the law, but by politics'

Unfortunately, that prediction has proven true. In his first term, he was a real estate mogul and reality star who had no idea how to govern.
Left-wing politics
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 months ago

An Excerpt From The Satoshi Papers: Self-Sovereignty And Political Philosophy

Without principled political renewal stemming from a self-sovereign political philosophy, we should expect increased surveillance and control alongside the normalization of war.
Cryptocurrency
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

James Carville Tells Progressive Democrats To Split From Party: You Go Your Way and We Go Our Way'

James Carville advocates for a schism within the Democratic Party to address fundamental differences in political philosophy.
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 months ago

An Excerpt From The Satoshi Papers: A Nation Of Individuals?

The American founders believed in a revolutionary premise: individual rights are fundamental to a free society, while governments have only explicitly delegated powers.
US politics
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 months ago

Voter Suppression & the Destruction of Political Legitimacy

Political legitimacy stems from the consent of the governed, requiring voting rights and protections against majority tyranny.
fromApaonline
3 months ago

Trumpism, Illiberalism, and Political Morality

The absence of a common moral language between Trumpism and liberalism complicates political discourse.
Understanding the moral subject is crucial for discussing political morality.
fromApaonline
4 months ago

An Invitation to Take the Question of Secession Seriously

Political philosophers should prioritize understanding the justice of secession, beyond historical biases.
fromAeon
4 months ago

How it became wrong for nations to conquer others | Aeon Essays

Respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity is a universally agreed principle among nations.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Letters: Familiar leadership will continue Oakland's financial trouble

Oakland faces leadership challenges contributing to financial crisis in both the city and school district.
Fremont's camping ban has been criticized for lack of outreach and potential displacement of the vulnerable.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
5 months ago

Is Our System of Checks and Balances About to Collapse?

Montesquieu's theory of separation of powers is essential for liberty and influenced democratic governance, notably in America.
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

French history: Did Napoleon really say 'who saves his country is above the law'?

Balzac does not cite any source for the quote, although he was in correspondence with Napoleon's niece after the emperor's death, suggesting uncertainty of origin.
France news
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
5 months ago

Frederick Douglass's Words Ring True: "Power Concedes Nothing Without a Demand"

Frederick Douglass's wisdom remains relevant today, emphasizing the need for demands against oppression.
fromPhilosophynow
5 months ago

Philosophy & The Crown

Machiavelli, Montaigne, and Descartes viewed hereditary monarchies as stable and legitimate, promoting security and public order over personal liberty.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Ignorance and Bliss: On Wanting Not to Know by Mark Lilla review the enduring power of stupidity

Lilla explores the paradox of knowledge and ignorance, emphasizing how people often avoid confronting evident truths in favor of comforting delusions.
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