Within Reason #11 — Douglas Murray | Gender and Activism
Nov 25, 2019
Douglas Murray, a British conservative author and associate editor of The Spectator, dives into the contentious worlds of gender and activism. He discusses the fear of backlash in addressing sensitive topics and critiques the motivations behind modern protests. The conversation touches on the intricate dynamics of reparations, contrasting genuine advocacy with self-interest. Murray candidly examines the tensions within LGBTQ+ activism and the complexities of gender identity, urging respectful discourse amidst evolving social narratives.
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Selling Out Arenas For Ideas
- Douglas Murray recounts selling out large arenas with debates featuring Jordan Peterson and Sam Harris.
- He uses this to show public demand exists for controversial intellectual discussion.
Silenced Truths Harm Public Debate
- Many truths are socially anathematised, making public speculation risky even when plausible.
- Douglas Murray argues this silencing costs society useful debate and problem-solving.
Historic Wrongs Don't Justify Weaponization
- Legitimate historical grievances exist, but using them to weaponize politics undermines constructive remedies.
- Murray warns that invoking past wrongs without context invites overcorrection and hostility.