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Philosophy For Our Times
The Crisis of the West | Gita Sahgal, Philip Collins, Kwasi Kwarteng
Sep 29, 2016
Gita Sahgal is a prominent writer and journalist known for her critical voice, while Philip Collins, a former chief speechwriter for Tony Blair, chairs the think tank Demos. Kwasi Kwarteng, a Conservative MP and author, dives into discussions about Western values facing unprecedented challenges. They debate the decline of Western ideals in a shifting geopolitical landscape, tackle the clash between theocracy and secularism, and address misconceptions surrounding the Arab Spring. The conversation is a thought-provoking exploration of identity, history, and the future of democracy.
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- The panel discusses the crisis of Western values, debating whether to revive them or accept their declining influence in a changing world.
- Concerns are raised about both external pressures from rising powers like China and internal challenges undermining confidence in democracy and human rights.
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