Break the Rules Peter Boghossian & Auron Macintyre | Can Liberalism Work?
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Jan 4, 2024 
Peter Boghossian, a philosopher and author known for his critiques of critical theory, joins Auron Macintyre, a right-wing commentator from The Blaze. They tackle the pressing challenges facing liberalism today, questioning if alternatives like traditionalism may rise. The duo discusses the geopolitical impact of rising powers like China and Russia, the intricacies of immigration and cultural integration, and the importance of high culture. They also challenge conventional views on fertility and intelligence in the age of AI, all while navigating the political dynamics within academia.
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Liberalism's Erosion of Traditions
- Liberalism, useful during industrialization, breaks down cultural differences for trade.
- It erodes load-bearing traditions, leading to societal instability.
Post-Liberal Regionalization
- Liberalism's failure will lead to more regional cultures, not medieval feudalism.
- Scaling back economies and communications will also occur.
Huntington vs. Fukuyama
- Huntington's clash of civilizations theory seems more accurate than Fukuyama's end of history.
- There's a telos for individual peoples, not humanity as a whole.