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Alden Guzman Jason
Приєднався 28 сер 2021
Exploring topics in politics and philosophy.
Why We're Divided by Politics
Why are we so divided by politics? In this video, I'll dive into political science, philosophy, and moral psychology to uncover the roots of our political polarization and what we can do about it. Inspired by Jonathan Haidt's book "The Righteous Mind", this video explores how our moral foundations shape our beliefs and drive us apart.
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Are China and U.S. destined for war?
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Are China and the United States on track for war in the 21st century? To answer this, I first examine why war happens based on a realist view of international relations, before exploring what that means for China and the United States. I argue that while China and the United States are on a collision course, and some form of competition is inevitable, catastrophe can be avoided if each state co...
Why is wealth inequality a problem?
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When does wealth inequality become a problem? Is wealth inequality always bad? In this video, I'll try to answer those questions. This video explains that wealth inequality is not always bad. Some level of inequality is natural and even desirable-it fuels innovation, rewards hard work, and incentivizes success. But when wealth inequality becomes extreme, it creates inequality of opportunity, an...
War in Ukraine: An In-Depth Explanation
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An in-depth analysis of why Russia invaded, whether or not the invasion can be justified, and what the realities of geopolitics mean for finding a solution to the war in Ukraine. 00:00 Intro 01:37 Causes: NATO Expansion 10:44 Unjustified Aggression 16:17 The Wise Path Forward 21:15 Conclusions Although the situation in Ukraine is not as tense as some moments were during the Cold War (like the C...
I like how you point out that each side of a person's political sensibilities are not void of the other aspects that make up an opposing perspective. Hardly anybody is 100% party lines or doctrine. Just like no two religious people in the same place of worship will have the same views. We are all a blend of everything it's just to what percentage that is. I personally have always been "in the middle" of many subjects. Trying to balance the objective and subjective.
Sub 42 baby!
Hell yeah!
If you always think you're in the right, you'll never see when you're wrong.
Well done I appreciate your approach
Thank you 🙏
Quality content ❤ subbed😊
Thank you 🙏 glad you liked it!
A lot conservative care and fairness ethics or expressed through Christianity, and a lot of Liberal Sanctity and Authority ethics are expressed in their relationship to Academia --- or have utilitarianism or science-aligned rationalizations. New age religion and pseudo-religious devotion to popular culture and the arts should be taken into account as well. “He who does not work, shall not eat.” “Believe science.”
Yes, I agreed. Good insights! Both have ideas or institutions that they pledge allegiance to.
Cannot agree with "believe science." It's "expect that which has been thoroughly demonstrated to occur." I don't "believe" in the laws of thermodynamics. I expect that the world will keep behaving in a way that is consistent with what has been demonstrated repeatedly as described by those laws.
Can you see how the politics and other things are used to undermine the morality? I mean to completely manipulate the outcome undermining the morality principles in a pursuit of power and status. No left and right dynamics just the good and the bad. The bad winning by a mile, especially where it matters if it concerns the power and the status.
Yes, political realism - this way of framing politics emphasizes power and political survival/dominance. "Might makes right" as it were. A famous philosopher that thought about Politics this way was Niccolo Machiavelli. Realists usually have little or no regard for morality. That being said, realism is just one way of trying to understand politics. Others might emphasize economic inequality (Marxists), or the social construction of politics and how power shapes these constructs (postmodernists). It's up for debate which theory of politics makes the most sense. But I agree with you. Realism and power dynamics do significantly shape how politics unfolds.
Awesome video - looks great and very informative! Thanks!
You're welcome, I'm glad you liked it. Thank you for the feedback!
Politics? … I’ll rather just play Minecraft as, after all, I’ll probably make more progress there. 🙃
😂😅 facts..
This was a thoughtful and well-structured video, and I agree with much of what was presented, especially the role of moral intuitions and psychology in shaping political beliefs. I've long believed that genetics and innate traits play a major role in determining political orientation, creating a spectrum where roughly 30% lean strongly left, 30% strongly right, and 40% fall somewhere in between. However, I think the video glosses over a critical limitation: the personality traits that align with authoritarianism-often found in the right-make genuine dialogue and collaboration nearly impossible. When one side prioritizes plurality and open discourse while the other clings to blind obedience to authority and sanctity of tradition, meaningful debate becomes unattainable. The right's frequent bad-faith arguments further exacerbate this divide, undermining the very premise of constructive conversation. Additionally, the use of Kamala Harris at 14:09 to represent "the left" felt misleading. Both major political parties in the US are right-leaning, neoliberal entities. While Democrats may wear the veneer of social democracy, they ultimately serve the same capitalist interests as Republicans. A more appropriate representation of the left would have been an anarchist leader or a grassroots commune, as they align more closely with the values of care, fairness, and egalitarianism highlighted in the video. That said, I appreciate the call for humility, compassion, and a willingness to learn from opposing perspectives. Those are vital values, even if the practical challenges of engaging with the right make achieving them difficult.
Thank you for this thoughtful comment! I appreciate your critiques and kind words. In the interest trying my best to not emphasize left/right perspectives (or their hindrances), I did not focus on further specifics. My primary goal was to try and highlight how both perspective are necessary for political/moral progress. It's a hard balance to stike! I agree with you're analysis of Kamala being neoliberal. Perhaps Bernie Sander would have been better, in the interest of showing an easily recognizable individual that is more aligned with true left-leaning concerns. I'm planning to make a video examining neoliberalism! Specifically how it had been instituted for decades regardless of which party was in power, and how it has led to a lot of the nationalism/populism we are seeing today. Again, thank you for commenting 🙏 I love the feedback. I'm glad you resonated with the final message of humility, compassion, and the willingness to learn.
Some of the coolest ideas I’ve ever heard explained in a video. 👍👍👍
Thank you 🙏 I really appreciate the kind words
I have a mental illness where I assume that others will automatically change their minds when I present them the correct information.
😂 if only
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Another great video
Thanks man! 😁
Move over School of Life.
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This is amazing. I hope more people see this. Thank you man!
Thanks bro!
I am glad someone is discussing values in conjunction with politics. I also really appreceate how you discuss the different frameworks without bias, it's very refreshing!
Thank you Kate 😁
What is at the top of your value hierarchy is an extrapolation of your worldview. You can explain to people how light affects color perception and you can inquire about the material beliefs underlying the prioritisation of authority over fairness and engage in a discussion not about the facts that are conclusionsof your values but the facts from which you conclude your values.
Great video. But we all know the agenda for territorial ambition thru expansion and new world order is too onerous, too extreme and could precipitate a war and further lead to outcast or worst an holocaust. And this is where an independent intelligence agency comes into the picture with an oath to preserve peace and protect life. You may not have heard of them but they are from all parts of the world. I have came across with one of them before and believe it or not they exist and my hopes are on them more than any others.
Nice
Thanks man :)
Yes
I wish more people understood the difference between a million and a billion.
Awesome work, man!
Thanks dude!
Poroshenko and Merkel have both stated that there was no intention of honoring the Minsk accords. That they were a ploy to buy time for the Ukraine to rearm and get ready for war. Also the Ukrainians have been shelling the Donbass break away regions for eight years prior to the Russian invasion resulting in up to 14,000 deaths, mostly civilians, in these regions. How can you reconcile these factors with our " liberal values and regard for human rights and internation law"?
Excellent video, very well made and succinctly put.
Thank you!