TRIGGERnometry Konstantin Kisin Defends Book in Battle of Ideas Debate
Oct 31, 2022
In this thought-provoking discussion, Austin Williams, Director of the Future Cities Project, joins Konstantin Kisin to defend his book, diving into the complexities of Western identity and values. They explore the chilling effects of cancel culture on comedians and the media's role in democracy. The conversation highlights the contrast between Western media and authoritarian regimes, the nuances of identity for immigrants, and critiquing education systems' treatment of socialism. Expect insights on resilience in comedy and the importance of diverse political expression.
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West's Moral Disarmament
- The West's loss of self-confidence in its values is due to internal factors like postmodernism and moral relativism.
- External forces, like Russia and China, exploit these internal divisions.
Language's Power
- Changing language can change laws without formal legislation.
- Redefining "safety" from physical security to absence of dissenting opinions is an example.
Forced Equality is Evil
- The idea of forced equality, regardless of how it's applied (class, race, etc.), is inherently evil.
- The tyranny required to enforce such equality leads to immense suffering.
