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James Burnham’s managerialism eighty years later

Global Inequality and More 3.0 • 555 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🚌 Education Theory History Politics Economics Ideology
  1. James Burnham proposed the concept of 'managerialism' as a replacement for capitalism, where managers rule while capitalists take a passive role.
  2. Burnham's predictions were proven wrong, but his analysis of the shift towards managerialism and the role of state in the economy remains relevant for reflection.
  3. Despite Burnham's inaccuracies, his ideas on managerial revolution and the potential for alternative economic systems in the future can still offer valuable insights.
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The Berlin Wall has fallen, but Germany remains divided

Back To Sifar • 59 implied HN points • 14 Apr 24
🌍 World Politics Germany Cold War Economics Ideology Infrastructure
  1. Western and Eastern Germany remain vastly different today due to historical events like the Cold War and post-World War 2 division.
  2. Significant disparities exist between Western and Eastern Germany in areas like religion, GDP per capita, and political tendencies, reflecting the lasting impact of past economic and political decisions.
  3. Investments in developing the Eastern part of Germany are ongoing, aiming to bridge the gap and achieve true unity in the country.

Tim Scott is a Threat

Erick Erickson's Confessions of a Political Junkie • 4343 implied HN points • 19 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Political Figures Ideology Social Issues Government
  1. Barack Obama and Tim Scott have diverse backgrounds but different views on race and opportunity.
  2. Democrats are worried about Tim Scott's message resonating with black voters and potentially shifting them towards the right.
  3. Tim Scott is seen as a threat to the Democratic coalition by advocating for hard work over victim mentality.

Understanding the Tech Right

Richard Hanania's Newsletter • 4023 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Tech industry Conservatism Ideology Innovation Political Influence
  1. Tech industry is becoming more involved in politics, particularly shaping right-wing movements
  2. Tech Right combines acceptance of inequality with openness to change, influencing views on capitalism, biology, and progress
  3. Tech Right's influence on American politics might be seen through funding politicians, exerting intellectual leadership, and pushing conservative ideals

Towards an Enlightened Centrism

Richard Hanania's Newsletter • 3950 implied HN points • 22 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Politics Centrism Policy Ideology
  1. Enlightened Centrists value exposure to a wide range of political views without clinging to ideological diversity just for the sake of it.
  2. Enlightened Centrists share traits like rationalism, non-zero-sum thinking, belief in progress, and skepticism of old philosophy.
  3. Enlightened Centrists may come from different political ideologies but prioritize sound political and social analysis over tribal thinking.

The Civil War on the campaign trail

steveinskeep • 511 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics History Culture Leaders Ideology Presidential Campaigns
  1. Presidential candidates discussed the cause of the Civil War, revealing the contested history and beliefs about slavery.
  2. Nikki Haley and Donald Trump's differing views on the cause of the war highlight the cultural and historical perspectives around slavery.
  3. The conversation around the Civil War and negotiation reflects broader cultural beliefs and perspectives on conflict resolution and compromise.

Christopher Rufo and the problem of anti-wokeness

The Path Not Taken • 330 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism Social justice Education Ideology Authoritarianism
  1. Christopher Rufo's ideas are influential in conservative circles and may shape a new administration if Trump wins.
  2. Rufo's book focuses on anti-wokeness as a response to critical theory and the excesses of social justice ideology.
  3. Critics are concerned about the aggressive and vague language suggesting radical countermeasures against ideologies, advocating for moderation and maintaining liberal-democratic principles.

Links to Consider

In My Tribe • 349 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🚌 Education Leadership Non-profit Ideology Critical Thinking
  1. The key to effective leadership is genuinely caring about your subordinates, not just pretending to care.
  2. Comparing profit-seeking businesses with non-profits, profit-seeking businesses are more incentivized to solve customer problems than non-profits are to create benefits that exceed costs.
  3. Wokism stems from the equality thesis of race and sex differences and a background of Christian morality, leading to challenges in discussing disparities and natural differences among groups.

Blue Eyes, Red Heart

Letters from Fiddler's Greene • 1139 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideology Identity Leadership Society Culture
  1. Ancient wisdom can be relevant in modern contexts, like in the movie 'The Warriors' where gangs had the power to change but were divided.
  2. Creating a new ruling class requires a common spirit of dissatisfaction and the ability to lead authentically.
  3. To move forward, there needs to be a synthesis of the best aspects from opposing ideologies and a cultivation of true nobility in leadership.

Anti-Defamation League raises cost of speaking out

Tilting At Windmills • 235 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Organizations Law enforcement Ideology Criminal Justice
  1. The Anti-Defamation League faces criticism for pressuring law enforcement to investigate those with ideological disagreements.
  2. Law enforcement has denied investigating individuals targeted by the ADL, which is seen as a positive development.
  3. Disagreement should not equate to criminality, and the ADL's actions raise concerns about stifling freedom of speech.

DEI Is Destroying My University

Reality's Last Stand • 1965 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🚌 Education Academia Ideology Diversity Professional development Teaching
  1. The author expresses concerns about DEI initiatives impacting academic freedom and professional standing in universities.
  2. The author discusses the pressure to conform to diversity requirements in academic curricula, leading to challenges in maintaining academic integrity.
  3. The author highlights instances of intolerant behavior and ideological conflict in academia related to DEI measures.

Remembering the Dead White Founders

donaldjeffries • 1297 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics History Philosophy Culture Ideology Government
  1. Independence Day should invoke patriotism and remembrance of the sacrifices made by the Founding Fathers.
  2. There is a lack of historical programming in mainstream media that accurately portrays the Founding Fathers and the American Revolution.
  3. The principles and values of the Founding Fathers, such as freedom of speech and consent of the governed, are being disregarded in modern America.

"One Weird Trick" for effective strategic political communication campaigns

The Future, Now and Then • 244 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Communication Campaigns Policies Content Moderation Ideology
  1. Frame your communication as reasonable and your opponents as ridiculous to win in political campaigns.
  2. Effective communication matters most when your opponents are vulnerable and the issue stays on people's minds.
  3. Recognize when you're in a bad position and retreat before causing more damage to your organization.

Deserving

New Means • 1611 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Society Ideology History Myths Beliefs
  1. Capitalism thrives on the dangerous faith that everyone deserves very little except for the wealthy elite.
  2. The concept of deserving is deeply ingrained in society and has evolved to emphasize extreme luxury and material possessions.
  3. In a capitalist society, rights and needs are not guaranteed but must be fought for through struggle, organization, and collective agreement.

What is ideology?

Archedelia • 1572 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
📖 Philosophy Ideology
  1. Committing to abstractions can make you intolerant of reality.
  2. Ideological thinking wants to make the world fit its ideas.
  3. It's important to recognize and respect aspects of the world that don't align with our ideologies.

Are MAGA Republicans 'conservatives'?

georgelakoff • 923 implied HN points • 04 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideology Authoritarianism Democracy Conservatism
  1. The Republican Party under Trump has shifted to an extreme phase, breaking political norms and valuing power over democracy
  2. The term 'conservative' traditionally signified preserving traditional ideologies, but some Republican voters are willing to undermine democracy to maintain power and impose their morality
  3. The evolution of MAGA Republicans towards authoritarianism challenges the traditional meaning of 'conservative' and raises questions on how to label them