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Slavoj Žižek on chaos and the modern world - PART 1

Philosophy For Our Times

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Embrace Reality Over Idealism

There is a troubling sentiment in Europe regarding Ukraine's unexpected resistance against invasion, revealing a preference for a quick resolution that permits a return to normalcy. The reaction underscores a discomfort with the emergence of a heroic military spirit, as highlighted by concerns that pacifist views could be perceived as moral blackmail. This reflects a melancholic understanding that post-World War II security was dependent on US military power, a protection that is now jeopardized, suggesting that genuine pacifism may require increasingly difficult compromises.

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