I think it's easily resolved in the way I suggested above, by saying that politics aiming at equality and liberty that nevertheless uses authority as a means to these ends is Left-wing. — jamalrob
The only hope for humanity seems to be the enlightenment of the masses. I hope for that but do not expect it. — Janus
There are serious questions here, not just question of abstract theory, but questions of praxis. — JerseyFlight
How, in a world where power seems to be always in the hands of those who control material resources, or what stands in for them, do we convince those in control, to relinquish some control, and give back to society sufficient of their wealth to enable the adequate education of all? — Janus
The situation is truly dire, millions live in poverty, technology and land are horded and leveraged against the well being and freedom of other humans. This is tyranny. — JerseyFlight
I fear its effects would be too slow — Janus
Interesting that rational and empirical analysis of the situation brings us to a state of resignation. Like Adorno I am a kind of rational romantic, which simply means I believe in the power of thought. — JerseyFlight
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