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Open College Podcast
#21 Censor The Hitlers
Jun 25, 2019
The podcast discusses the debate on censoring dangerous ideas, including the censorship of Hitler's speeches in German history lessons. It explores the importance of understanding Nazi beliefs and the philosophy of national socialism. The connection between Nietzsche's philosophy and its influence on Hitler and the responsibility of individuals in informed discussions is also discussed.
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- Dangerous ideas should be allowed to be confronted openly as sunlight is the best disinfectant.
- Censoring historical writings hinders our understanding of dangerous ideologies and their potential impact on society.
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The Importance of Free Speech and Open Debate in a Liberal Society
A free society depends on optimistic assumptions, including confidence in the power of reason and human decency. However, examples of human ignorance and bad judgment can challenge our liberal commitments and lead to calls for censorship. It is crucial to make principled decisions about handling extreme cases, such as the republication of Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf. While dangerous, such ideas should not be censored, as sunlight is the best disinfectant. We must confront and understand these ideas to keep them on the defensive.
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