Markets vs. National Interest: Why the Old Order is CRUMBLING w/ Ralph Schoellhammer
Conversations with Peter Boghossian
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Crisis of Competence and Legitimacy in Europe
This chapter examines the crises of competence and legitimacy plaguing institutions in Europe, emphasizing the impact of societal trends such as the self-esteem movement and affirmative action. It discusses the potential for civil unrest, the rise of scapegoating, and a resurgence of anti-Semitic beliefs, while expressing concerns about the disconnect between elites and the working class. Furthermore, the chapter critiques educational institutions for contributing to societal problems under an ideological capture that complicates informed dialogue and governance.
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