TRIGGERnometry Dr James Orr: The Barbarians Aren't at the Gates... They're Inside!
Apr 30, 2023
Dr. James Orr, an Associate Professor at the University of Cambridge and UK Chairman of The Edmund Burke Foundation, delves into the internal challenges facing modern societies. He reflects on his shift from corporate law to academia, highlighting the tension between freedom and constraint. The discussion uncovers the rise of wokeness and its impact on traditional values, as well as emerging coalitions among conservatives and traditional liberals. Orr also philosophically examines civilization's potential decline, urging a balance of historical wisdom and personal autonomy.
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The Restless Nature of Progressivism
- Progressives constantly pursue change, even when things are good.
- They value change intrinsically, always finding new areas to "liberate".
The Paradox of Change
- Progressives struggle with knowing when to stop liberating.
- Conservatives struggle with adapting to necessary changes.
The Role of Religion in Society
- Religion provides pre-political moral authority and social glue.
- Modernity experiments with functioning without this historical constant.