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Timeless ideas at the intersections of science, philosophy, critical thinking, and history.
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Politics: Timeless ideas at the intersections of science, philosophy, critical thinking, and history.
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Eight key ideas and takeaways.
1. Our first story.
From History: 1903 to 1950, aged 46..
Subject: Orwellian Thought.
Orwellian Thought
George Orwell wrote about how corruption starts when language is twisted, facts are manipulated, and authority demands loyalty over reality.
In short.
Born Eric Arthur Blair in British India, George Orwell wrote in English about how corruption starts when language is twisted, facts are manipulated, and authority demands loyalty over reality.
That Politics Story,
was first published on TST 3 weeks ago.
2. Now for our second story.
From History: .
Subject: Authority.
- Max Weber.
- 1922, posthumously, edited by Marianne Weber.
Power compels by force and coercian; legitimate authority has no need for either.
In short.
By distinguishing power from authority, Weber showed that modern systems govern through legitimacy rather than force. When legitimacy is no longer anchored to truth and accountability, authority does not disappear: it hardens into authoritarianism.
That Politics Quote,
was first published on TST 2 months ago.
3. Tidbit number three, a quote.
Subject: Social Constructs.
- Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
- 1755.
Five Thought Tools < TST Framework < Critical Thinking
In simple terms.
A Social Construct is a shared non-natural belief; created and maintained by groups; and they shape reality.
That Politics Quote,
was first published on TST 1 year ago.
Finally, 4 frequently asked “questions.”
4. Tidbit number four, another quote.
Subject: USA an Oligarchy?.
- Yes!.
- But their genius was in the framing..
Colonial America < Post Medieval < History
Put simply.
The USA began as a white-power oligarchy with white land-owning males ruling the herd. However, the genius of the Founding Fathers was in the details: their support of democratic values, the framing of an evolving system as in “a more perfect union,” and the Federalist Papers which promote their true intent for equality for all.
That Politics FAQ,
was first published on TST 2 years ago.
5. Now it is time a question.
Subject: Cherry Picking Fallacy Defined.
Logical Fallacies < TST Framework < Critical Thinking
At its core.
Cherry-picking is when someone focuses only on select pieces of information to distract and support a specific argument or decision.
That Politics FAQ,
was first published on TST 1 year ago.
6. Tidbit FAQ number six.
Subject: Authority.
Authority works by design. Human morality fails when obedience replaces accountability.
So, to put it simply.
Authority allows large societies to function by reducing complexity and saving time. But when authority exceeds its mandate, detaches from accountability, or claims moral infallibility, it stops guiding judgment and begins replacing it. History shows that harm rarely begins with malice: it begins when responsibility is quietly outsourced.
That Politics Essay,
was first published on TST 2 months ago.
7. Here is another tidbit FAQ.
Subject: Tariffs.
Tariffs are taxes. Like all taxes, we should debate them when proposed and prior to implementation. For each tariff proposed, look for a good argument and counter-argument. Step away from partisan politics and weigh the validity and value of the arguments.
To be clear.
Although tariffs protect specific American jobs, they do increase the cost of goods. In essence, tariffs are a tax on imported items.
That Politics Article,
was first published on TST 7 years ago.
“Done.”
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