PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast Pill Pod 175 - The Straussian Plot Against America
Jul 13, 2024
Exploring the Straussian conspiracy theory linking philosophers to US foreign policy decisions, dissecting Leo Strauss's ideologies on justice and morality, discussing influential figures like Wolfowitz and Kagan, decoding hidden truths in texts, and examining the impact of secret societies on political influence.
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Straussian Nihilism
- The Straussians believe that the fundamental truth of Western philosophy is nihilistic.
- They think morality and justice are created through power and interpretation, not metaphysics.
Straussian Relativism and Elitism
- The Straussians are relativists but fear the public becoming relativistic.
- They believe the public is too feeble to handle nihilistic truths, leading to chaos.
Straussian Influence on Neocons
- The Straussians' influence on neoconservatives is the justification for noble lies.
- The government has the right to lie for the greater good, necessitating an elite group.