Eric Kaufmann - Demographics and the Destiny of the West
Sep 6, 2023
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Eric Kaufmann, a professor of politics at Birkbeck, University of London, discusses topics such as the demographic crisis, expressive individualism, egalitarianism, liberal national conservatism, diverse voting patterns, and the future of white majorities in his interview with Alex Kaschuta on the Subversive podcast.
The NAPCON UK conference highlighted the dissatisfaction and factionalism within the Conservative Party and the need for realignment.
Finding a balance between liberalism and conservative values was emphasized, aiming for a synthesis of individual freedoms and community obligations.
The podcast explores the complex relationship between nationalism, secularism, and liberalism, discussing their potential conflicts and dynamics in shaping societal norms and values.
Deep dives
Impact of NAPCON conference on UK political landscape
The NAPCON conference in the UK had a significant impact on the political landscape. It brought together intellectuals, think tank representatives, and conservative politicians who were critical of the direction the Conservative Party has taken. The conference received a lot of attention from the press, both from the progressive side and the liberal conservative side. It has sparked debates and discussions about the future direction of the party and the country. The conference highlighted the dissatisfaction and factionalism within the Conservative Party and its need for realignment.
Differences between NAPCON UK and US conferences
The NAPCON UK conference differed from its US counterpart in terms of the tone and content. The US version focused more on practicality and showcasing successful conservative policies at the local and state level. In contrast, the UK conference had a more intellectual and high-level approach, with discussions on topics like nationalism, immigration, and political theory. While the US conference demonstrated how conservative policies can solve specific problems, the UK conference was seen as a declaration of allegiance to a new type of movement within the Conservative Party.
The challenge of balancing liberalism and conservative values
One of the key challenges discussed at the conference was the need to find a balance between liberalism and conservative values. While negative liberalism, which includes individual rights and separation of powers, was seen as important, there was also recognition of the value of positive liberty, such as personal autonomy and rationality. However, finding the right balance and avoiding extreme positions was emphasized. The goal was to achieve a synthesis and moderation of both aspects, allowing for individual freedoms while also recognizing community obligations and restraints.
Shift to the right and religious direction in Israel
Israel has been shifting to the right and becoming more religious due to demographic reasons. The rise of religious groups, especially the ultra-orthodox, has led to a significant increase in primary school children in Israel. This demographic shift has been steady and influenced by the higher reproduction rate among these religious groups.
The clash between nationalism, secularism, and liberalism
The podcast explores the complex relationship between nationalism, secularism, and liberalism. While secularism is often associated with liberalism and individualism, nationalism and religion are more inclined towards a sense of transcendent identity and maintaining national traditions. The podcast discusses how these ideologies can sometimes conflict or work together, and how their dynamics may shape societal norms and values.
We speak about his long-standing interest in the demographic crisis, the religious inheriting the earth, expressive individualism and egalitarianism as the acid preparing the fall of Anglo-America, being a liberal National Conservative, negative vs. positive liberty under NatCon, liberals voting for diversity but living in micro-ethnostates, and much more.
Eric Kaufmann is a professor of politics at Birkbeck, University of London. His topics of research include nationalism and political and religious demography. He is also the author of Whiteshift - Populism, Immigration, and the Future of White Majorities, among many other fine books.
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