I'd say because it's the opposite of fascism and authoritarianism generally. A culture where nuanced thinking and avoiding needless cyclical conflict is more prevalent is a culture that's more protected against the trap of authoritarian thinking, which is the first step to institutional authoritarianism.
I'd say because it's the opposite of fascism and authoritarianism generally. A culture where nuanced thinking and avoiding needless cyclical conflict is more prevalent is a culture that's more protected against the trap of authoritarian thinking, which is the first step to institutional authoritarianism.
If you study the rhetoric fascist leaders used to garner support, you'll see the exact opposite of what this essay advocates for. If more people were aware of this connection, they'd be more resistant to becoming pawns for an authoritarian ideology.
I'd say because it's the opposite of fascism and authoritarianism generally. A culture where nuanced thinking and avoiding needless cyclical conflict is more prevalent is a culture that's more protected against the trap of authoritarian thinking, which is the first step to institutional authoritarianism.
If you study the rhetoric fascist leaders used to garner support, you'll see the exact opposite of what this essay advocates for. If more people were aware of this connection, they'd be more resistant to becoming pawns for an authoritarian ideology.