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Why Your Way Of Life Is Collapsing: Green Paganism & The Depopulation Bomb | Philip Pilkington
Apr 17, 2025
In this engaging discussion, economist Philip Pilkington, author of The Collapse Of Global Liberalism, dives into the unraveling of global liberalism, tracing its historical roots from British imperialism to today's multipolar world. He highlights the crisis of declining birth rates and the rising tensions between radical green ideologies and human welfare. Pilkington calls for a revival of Christian values to restore family structures and economic stability as society grapples with significant demographic shifts and the repercussions of non-traditional family dynamics.
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- The historical roots of global liberalism reveal a disconnect between economic liberalization and the adoption of cultural liberal values in nations like China and India.
- Demographic decline and family breakdown in the West threaten societal prosperity, with declining birth rates leading to increased welfare dependency and socio-economic challenges.
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The Origins of Global Liberalism
Global liberalism can trace its roots back to British imperial times, with Britain promoting liberal ideals worldwide in the 19th century. However, the contemporary global liberal order began to solidify after World War II when the United States emerged as a leading superpower. This period saw an expectation of universal liberalization, famously encapsulated by Francis Fukuyama’s notion of the 'end of history.' In reality, the anticipated widespread acceptance of liberal values has faltered, leading to the questioning of global liberalism's stability.
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