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#loneliness

Loneliness and Philosophy: On Loneliness and Obligation

Loneliness has evolved into a significant societal issue, particularly impacting youth, with dangerous implications for social cohesion and individual well-being.

The forces of loneliness can cause political instability. And threaten democracy | V (formerly Eve Ensler)

Loneliness and isolation can prepare society for totalitarianism, fostering fear and defensiveness that distracts from meaningful engagement.

Loneliness and Philosophy: On Loneliness and Obligation

Loneliness has evolved into a significant societal issue, particularly impacting youth, with dangerous implications for social cohesion and individual well-being.

The forces of loneliness can cause political instability. And threaten democracy | V (formerly Eve Ensler)

Loneliness and isolation can prepare society for totalitarianism, fostering fear and defensiveness that distracts from meaningful engagement.
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HBO Wants Its Big Dune Show to Be the Next Game of Thrones. Good Luck With That.

Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune shows a complex warning about charismatic leadership and the fragility of noble intentions.
#art

The Hand: An Anti-Totalitarian Animation, Banned for Two Decades & Now Considered One of the Greatest Animations (1965)

Art produced under oppressive regimes often avoids offense, but Trnka's work boldly critiques the state.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Umar Rashid and "The Kingdom of the Two Californias. La Epoca del Totalitarismo Part 2"

Rashid's work reinvents history, empowering a rebellious spirit through accessible storytelling, aiming to shift narratives in a fractured world.

The Hand: An Anti-Totalitarian Animation, Banned for Two Decades & Now Considered One of the Greatest Animations (1965)

Art produced under oppressive regimes often avoids offense, but Trnka's work boldly critiques the state.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Umar Rashid and "The Kingdom of the Two Californias. La Epoca del Totalitarismo Part 2"

Rashid's work reinvents history, empowering a rebellious spirit through accessible storytelling, aiming to shift narratives in a fractured world.
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#george-orwell

Hear the Very First Adaptation of George Orwell's 1984 in a Radio Play Starring David Niven (1949)

Orwell's works remain relevant as a warning against totalitarianism and a foundation for understanding political power.

The Orwell Exception

Clear language is crucial to maintaining political integrity, but its effectiveness is challenged in the current political climate.

Hear the Very First Adaptation of George Orwell's 1984 in a Radio Play Starring David Niven (1949)

Orwell's works remain relevant as a warning against totalitarianism and a foundation for understanding political power.

The Orwell Exception

Clear language is crucial to maintaining political integrity, but its effectiveness is challenged in the current political climate.
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#alexei-navalny

The Passion of Alexei Navalny

Alexei Navalny's story illustrates the power of humor and resilience in the face of totalitarian oppression.

Russia places four journalists on trial for 'extremism' DW 10/02/2024

Russia's trial of four independent journalists illustrates the heightened risks faced by media workers in the wake of Navalny's death.

The Passion of Alexei Navalny

Alexei Navalny's story illustrates the power of humor and resilience in the face of totalitarian oppression.

Russia places four journalists on trial for 'extremism' DW 10/02/2024

Russia's trial of four independent journalists illustrates the heightened risks faced by media workers in the wake of Navalny's death.
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The 'legal' tools Russia uses to ban its critics DW 10/17/2024

The documentary reveals how Russia's media landscape is being systematically dismantled, endangering press freedom and civil liberties.

Reichstag Fire

The Reichstag fire was a pivotal event that enabled Hitler to strengthen his totalitarian rule in Germany.

East Germany: A failed experiment in dictatorship DW 10/07/2024

The GDR was established in 1949 as a result of post-WWII political divisions, contrasting sharply with West Germany's democratic framework.
#freedom

On Freedom by Timothy Snyder review an essential manifesto for change

Timothy Snyder's work calls for a proactive definition of freedom, emphasizing engagement, responsibility, and resistance against authoritarianism in contemporary society.

I was born behind the iron curtain but I got lucky. It's why I'm voting in these European elections

Remembering the oppressive conditions of living under a dictatorship and the newfound freedoms in post-totalitarian societies.

On Freedom by Timothy Snyder review an essential manifesto for change

Timothy Snyder's work calls for a proactive definition of freedom, emphasizing engagement, responsibility, and resistance against authoritarianism in contemporary society.

I was born behind the iron curtain but I got lucky. It's why I'm voting in these European elections

Remembering the oppressive conditions of living under a dictatorship and the newfound freedoms in post-totalitarian societies.
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Watch The Idea, the First Animated Film to Deal with Big, Philosophical Ideas (1932)

The interwar period in Europe fostered artistic expressions reflecting the rise of totalitarianism, captured notably in the animated film "The Idea."

Tucker Carlson Apologizes For Laughing at Russell Brand's Joke About Trafficking Children Across Southern Border

Tucker Carlson and Russell Brand engaged in a humorous yet profound conversation about spirituality, totalitarianism, and societal issues in a recent live tour event.

Hannah Arendt's conception of responsibility

Rethinking the problem of evil necessitates understanding the banality of violence and institutional obedience as key elements of moral responsibility.

C L R James foresaw the crisis of US liberal democracy | Aeon Essays

C L R James's analysis of liberalism foretold the rise of totalitarianism in the U.S., linking it to the entertainment industry's impact.

The Inner Lives of the Nazis

Understanding the personalities of Hitler and his followers reveals critical insights into the mechanics of totalitarian regimes and their appeal.

Belarus: Alexander Lukashenko has been in power 30 years DW 07/20/2024

Alexander Lukashenko has been in power in Belarus since 1994 and is accused of steering the country towards totalitarianism.

Russians Flock to Navalny's Grave as They Grapple With His Legacy

People in Russia are mourning Navalny's death and visiting his gravesite.
The death of Navalny has left many feeling uncertain and fearful about the future of Russia.
#house-of-lords

UK's Rwanda bill is a step towards totalitarianism', says Lord Carlile

Cross-bench peer condemns Rwanda bill as a step towards totalitarianism and signals resistance from the House of Lords
The bill aims to declare Rwanda as a safe country for asylum seekers despite a previous supreme court judgment that it was not

Watch live: Lords debate Rwanda bill after Sunak wins Commons vote

Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda asylum policy is being debated in the House of Lords after passing the Commons
Serious opposition is expected in the House of Lords, with concerns that the legislation represents a step towards totalitarianism

UK's Rwanda bill is a step towards totalitarianism', says Lord Carlile

Cross-bench peer condemns Rwanda bill as a step towards totalitarianism and signals resistance from the House of Lords
The bill aims to declare Rwanda as a safe country for asylum seekers despite a previous supreme court judgment that it was not

Watch live: Lords debate Rwanda bill after Sunak wins Commons vote

Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda asylum policy is being debated in the House of Lords after passing the Commons
Serious opposition is expected in the House of Lords, with concerns that the legislation represents a step towards totalitarianism
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Sunak's Rwanda bill is step towards totalitarianism, top lawyer in the Lords warns

Lawyer warns Sunak's Rwanda bill is a step toward totalitarianism
Lord Carlile warns of attack on integrity of legal system due to internal political quarrelling
#Paul Lynch

Irish writer Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize for dystopian novel 'Prophet Song'

Irish writer Paul Lynch wins the Booker Prize for his novel 'Prophet Song'
The novel is set in a dystopian version of Dublin and explores themes of totalitarianism and war
Lynch's book was praised for its emotional storytelling and stunning language

'Prophet Song' by Irish author Paul Lynch wins 2023 Booker Prize for fiction

Irish author Paul Lynch wins the 2023 Booker Prize for his novel 'Prophet Song'
Lynch becomes the fifth Irish writer to win the prestigious literary prize
'Prophet Song' is set in a dystopian Ireland and follows a mother's struggle against totalitarianism

Irish author Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize for Prophet Song' DW 11/27/2023

Irish writer Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize for his dystopian novel "Prophet Song."
Lynch's book captures social and political anxieties of the current moment while dealing with timeless themes.

Irish writer Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize for dystopian novel 'Prophet Song'

Irish writer Paul Lynch wins the Booker Prize for his novel 'Prophet Song'
The novel is set in a dystopian version of Dublin and explores themes of totalitarianism and war
Lynch's book was praised for its emotional storytelling and stunning language

'Prophet Song' by Irish author Paul Lynch wins 2023 Booker Prize for fiction

Irish author Paul Lynch wins the 2023 Booker Prize for his novel 'Prophet Song'
Lynch becomes the fifth Irish writer to win the prestigious literary prize
'Prophet Song' is set in a dystopian Ireland and follows a mother's struggle against totalitarianism

Irish author Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize for Prophet Song' DW 11/27/2023

Irish writer Paul Lynch wins Booker Prize for his dystopian novel "Prophet Song."
Lynch's book captures social and political anxieties of the current moment while dealing with timeless themes.
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#ismail-kadare

Ismail Kadare, Whose Novels Brought Albania's Plight to the World, Dies at 88

Ismail Kadare, the influential Albanian novelist and poet, passed away in Tirana, leaving behind a legacy of dark, allegorical works that critiqued Albania's totalitarian state.

A Guide to Ismail Kadare's Books

Ismail Kadare used literature to criticize Albania's totalitarian state in a veiled manner and rose to international fame by offering a glimpse into life in a closed society.

Ismail Kadare, Whose Novels Brought Albania's Plight to the World, Dies at 88

Ismail Kadare, the influential Albanian novelist and poet, passed away in Tirana, leaving behind a legacy of dark, allegorical works that critiqued Albania's totalitarian state.

A Guide to Ismail Kadare's Books

Ismail Kadare used literature to criticize Albania's totalitarian state in a veiled manner and rose to international fame by offering a glimpse into life in a closed society.
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