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Tech conflict between the US and China now shapes global trends. Developing countries feel it most of all. They face trade shifts, infrastructure gaps, and energy pivots. The rivalry in AI, semiconductors, and clean tech echoes in poorer nations. Short sentences. Clear nuance. Natural tone. Hinrich Foundation “American views swing from overestimation to under-estimation. Rarely … Read more
Thomas Hill Green rejects hedonism and argues that the true moral good lies in self‑realization—the exercise of deliberative capacities that make moral responsibility possible. The self isn’t just a bundle of desires, but a rational, self‑reflective agent capable of endorsing, resisting, or reshaping those desires through deliberation. This makes self‑realization a categorical imperative, rooted in … Read more
Green claims that the responsible agent acts not simply on appetites or passions but as the result of ought judgements or in Hight of a conception of goods. But he also says that the deliberating agent takes the object of reflectively endorsed desire as his own good indeed, his own greatest good and that he … Read more
Time and again, writers, researchers, modern political theorists, and even self-identified Marxists—including proponents of Academic Marxism and the Frankfurt School, most notably known for Critical Theory—invoke the concept of “Marx’s dialectic” without engaging directly with what Marx himself actually wrote on the subject. Instead, they frequently rely on Engels’s interpretation, treating it as the definitive … Read more
T. H. Green’s Prolegomena to Ethics develops a perfectionist ethical theory that aims to bring together the best elements in the ancient and modern traditions.! Green was heavily influenced by the Greek eudaimonist tradition in ethics, especially by the views of Plato and Aristotle. He thought the Greeks were right to ground an agent’s duties … Read more
Political science is a dynamic and broad field that plays a pivotal role in shaping the world we live in today. By studying political science theory, we gain insight into the inner workings of governments, political systems, and the relationships between nations. This article will explore the main concepts of political science theory and its … Read more
The media plays an essential role in modern democracies. It informs, educates, and connects citizens. In a democratic system, the media has various functions that support the principles of freedom, equality, and justice. Understanding these functions is crucial for grasping the relationship between media and democracy. This article will dive into the core functions of … Read more
A government is a system that creates and enforces laws, maintains order, and protects citizens’ rights. Key characteristics include authority, rule of law, separation of powers, and public service provision. Governments come in different forms, like democracies or monarchies, and play a vital role in society. The Key Characteristics of a Government? A government plays … Read more
In both personal and professional settings, the concepts of power vs authority are often used interchangeably. However, these two terms represent different ideas, and understanding their distinctions can have a significant impact on leadership, decision-making, and relationships. Power refers to the ability to influence others, while authority is the legitimate right to exercise that influence. … Read more
The article discusses the feminist ideal of a gender-free or androgynous society, where basic rights and duties are not assigned based on biological sex. It explores two forms of androgyny: one advocating a universal ideal combining traditionally masculine and feminine traits, and the other promoting a variety of gender expressions, all equally available regardless of sex. The … Read more