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Four Dogmas of the Radical Left
Political Disclaimer: Before diving into deeply contentious subjects, I’d like to precede by stating that I am and always have been a member of the Israeli peace camp. I support the Palestinian’s right to self-determination, within the boundaries of the land acquired by Israel in the 1967 Six Day War. Having said that, It is [...]
Meditations on the Political Paradox
I was arguing with an acquaintance on matters tangential to political philosophy. He was arguing from a rather extreme, radical political position, while I was arguing towards a more moderate, and in my opinion more realistic position. At one point in the debate, I had the urge to just yell at him “But don’t you [...]