The New Left's Quest for Social Justice

This chapter investigates the New Left's focus on social justice, emphasizing the alienation felt by youth and its connection to cultural figures like J.D. Salinger. It contrasts various philosophical approaches to societal decline, exploring perspectives from conservatives and civil rights activists alongside New Left thinkers. The discussion culminates in a reflection on the unintended consequences of social media and the evolving dynamics of community in the context of political and technological changes.