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Coming out of the coconut closet

Jeff Giesea • 2176 implied HN points • 21 Aug 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies
  1. The author has changed their political stance and now endorses Kamala Harris because they believe Trump is unfit for office. They feel Trump's actions after the 2020 election crossed a serious line.
  2. The author has reevaluated their view of Kamala Harris, acknowledging her strengths in campaigning and leadership that they previously underestimated. They feel she could be a solid choice in the upcoming election.
  3. Lastly, the author sees the election as a critical choice for democracy versus chaos. They believe defending democracy is more important than any economic policies at play, and that's why they support Harris.

Believing in order to Belong

In My Tribe • 546 implied HN points • 23 May 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies
  1. We often choose our beliefs based on who we trust and want to belong to, rather than just the truth of those beliefs. Our need for acceptance can heavily influence what we believe.
  2. False beliefs can create a strong sense of identity within a group, making them appealing even if they're not true. It's easier to bond over unique beliefs that set us apart from others.
  3. Many political and social beliefs can't be easily proven or disproven, causing people to cling to their views to fit into their tribe. This makes discussions around these beliefs more about belonging than finding common ground.

e/acc is leaderless

e/acc newsletter • 924 implied HN points • 30 Oct 22
📖 Philosophy Ideologies
  1. e/acc is a leaderless movement designed to be resilient against various attacks and ideologies in the world.
  2. It's neither right nor left-wing, aiming for an optimistic approach to technology and civilization's future.
  3. The movement advocates for a radical reimagining of humanity, society, and coordination methods for the future.
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Hammering Trudeau won't build a better house

History's Parrot • 157 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Ideologies
  1. Focusing on criticizing leaders like Trudeau isn't as effective as addressing the actual problems in society
  2. Mainstream media often fails to provide meaningful and insightful coverage, focusing on surface-level issues rather than deeper truths
  3. Current political systems are influenced by harmful ideologies, affecting democracy and the integrity of political parties

Canada's Perpetual Neoliberal Housing Crisis

History's Parrot • 98 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ideologies
  1. Canada's housing crisis is affected by political events and refugee policies, leading to insufficient coordination between influx of refugees and available housing.
  2. Neoliberalism is deeply entrenched in Western governments, promoting wealth privatization and public debt, widening the gap between rich and poor.
  3. The misappropriation of public wealth under neoliberalism includes compromising senior care for profit, creating debt traps in poor countries, and investing in unnecessary projects like the F35 jet fighters.

Belief exhaustion (part one)

Brain Pizza • 728 implied HN points • 05 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Ideologies
  1. Belief exhaustion is the emotional and psychological toll on individuals rigidly adhering to extreme beliefs, resulting in mental and emotional fatigue.
  2. Some people experience belief exhaustion and end up giving up their convictions due to the demanding nature of their beliefs.
  3. The collapse of political regimes sometimes shows the phenomenon of belief exhaustion, where individuals abandon their certainties leading to a rapid disintegration of shared reality.

Richard Cook on Bill Clinton the War Criminal, Rafiq on Atan the Revolutionary

Kevin’s Newsletter • 78 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies
  1. Richard Cook critiques Bill Clinton's presidency, highlighting his role in transitioning the US into a state of global domination through war.
  2. Rafiq's novel 'Atan the Revolutionary' delves into spiritual battles and the clash between indigenous wisdom and the power of the bankster-dominated Deep State.
  3. The text includes references to debates on controversial topics like 9/11 conspiracies and the challenges faced by those who question the mainstream narrative.

Cycles of Radicalization

America in Crisis • 219 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Ideologies
  1. Wokeness and sociopolitical instability are part of larger cycles of radicalization and cultural instability in American society.
  2. The analysis suggests that the social and cultural turmoil of the present time is likely to be temporary, with some new ideas becoming integral to the nation's fabric.
  3. Historical patterns show that previous radical ideologies that did not stand the test of time, while others, like the ideologies of the Abolitionists, became significant parts of American culture.

The Finnish Presidential Election 2024 - a short overview

Ahpocalypse Now • 58 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Ideologies
  1. The Finnish Presidential Election involves nine candidates and may go to a second round if no one gets over 50% of the votes.
  2. The President of Finland serves as a moral leader, unifying figure, and representative in high-level international meetings.
  3. The top contenders in the election include Jussi Halla-aho, Pekka Haavisto, and Alexander Stubb, each with unique backgrounds and potential outcomes.

Returning to Origins

Unpopular Front • 103 implied HN points • 23 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies
  1. The idea of endless expansion is central to certain political and economic beliefs. It suggests that growth is the ultimate goal, often seen in capitalist thinking.
  2. Many thinkers, like Arendt, have been quoted and referenced without fully understanding their ideas. This results in misinterpretations of their work and less meaningful conversations about important issues.
  3. The current alliance between different societal groups, like tech-oligarchs and the mob, shows a shared mindset that prioritizes power and accumulation, often at the expense of ethical considerations.

"Seize The Means Of Production": Mamdani Lays Bare His Agenda

QTR’s Fringe Finance • 41 implied HN points • 30 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies
  1. Mamdani's platform is based on radical socialist ideas that have led to failures in the past, like economic collapse and repression in various countries.
  2. His proposals for government control over areas like grocery stores and wages aim for extensive government oversight of the economy, which could threaten individual freedoms.
  3. He openly supports a national movement that reflects his socialist beliefs, which raises concerns about the potential negative impact on the democratic and economic health of New York City.

History, Pedagogy & Revolution

Black Lodges • 39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
💾 History Ideologies
  1. Understand historical figures like Lenin and Gramsci not for hero worship but for their ideas and methodology.
  2. The disenfranchisement growth in the past decade is related to the decay of the capitalistic system, leading to challenges and disingenuous influences.
  3. The debate continues on whether to follow a Gramsci approach of cultural hegemony or a Lenin approach of violent overthrow for societal change.

Links to Consider, 2/8

In My Tribe • 151 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies
  1. Moral equality may not guide all decision-making processes.
  2. Polygenic selection can significantly reduce risks like schizophrenia.
  3. Economist James Miller predicts major societal transformations before AI dominance.

Fragments #2

aproposofnothing • 39 implied HN points • 16 Jun 23
💾 History Ideologies
  1. Turning 30 can signify a new chapter of growth and purpose in life.
  2. In ancient Greece, music and study were important cultural practices before the age of 30.
  3. Plato's ideas on leadership, military training, and noble lies still hold relevance today.

Three questions for Richard Hanania

Gray Mirror • 143 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
📖 Philosophy Ideologies
  1. Richard Hanania reflects on his past beliefs and evolution, acknowledging his mistakes and growth.
  2. The text questions the sincerity of Hanania's views, discussing his goals and potential impact.
  3. The idea of classical liberalism explored in the text is challenged, as well as the effectiveness of proposed reforms and the role of a monarchy.

The Priest in the Arena

Breaking Smart • 165 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
📖 Philosophy Ideologies
  1. The man in the arena archetype involves individuals taking risks and making decisions in challenging situations, with potential for great rewards or losses.
  2. Priests in the arena engage in theocratic capture campaigns, seeking to wield unaccountable authority based on supposed privileged knowledge.
  3. Identifying and stopping theocratic capture involves recognizing the influence of cults that demand unquestioning deference and monopolize conversations and institutions.

Don Quixote and the Bobs

Innumerable Prejudices • 19 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideologies
  1. Patrick Deneen critiques the elite culture and calls for a new priestly class to shape culture.
  2. Deneen argues that liberal arts education should focus on virtues and community, not policy changes.
  3. Christopher Rufo discusses the influence of radical intellectuals in American culture and their impact on the mainstream.