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Why Are We Fighting a War on the Past? - Tim Stanley

Oct 18, 2021

Tim Stanley, a historian and columnist for The Telegraph, dives deep into the war on historical perspectives. He critiques how abandoning tradition for personal freedom may lead to societal instability. Stanley discusses the rise of nostalgia among younger generations as they seek identity amid identity politics and societal fragmentation. He also explores the evolving role of religion in providing community and meaning in a self-centered world. Finally, he champions rediscovering faith and active engagement in traditions to shape a hopeful future.

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Intro

4min

Nostalgia and Modern Values

9min

The Impact of Identity Politics on Social Atomization

2min

The Role of Religion in Modern Society

25min

The Future of Faith and Societal Order

4min

Optimism Amidst Tradition: The Power of Individual Action

4min

Tim Stanley is a historian, columnist and the author of Whatever Happened to Tradition? History, Belonging and the Future of the West https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/whatever-happened-to-tradition-9781472974129/

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