After all, power and thus control can be maintained only in one of two ways, namely, force or persuasion. And in the end, persuasion has greater sway over others than force. And in terms of persuasion, it is not about imposing or “selling” an idea. Rather, it is about putting an idea forward to others, on the … Continue reading Believe an Expert
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Authority and Hierarchy
Hierarchy, not equality, is the natural order of both the universe and our social reality. Whereas the West renders deference to the individual as the core principle of social organization, the East renders hierarchy and deference to hierarchy as the core principle of social organization. Hence, the most basic and fundamental rift between East and … Continue reading Authority and Hierarchy
Change the Sun
Both capitalist social relations and the racism which are immanent in American foreign policy ended up creating problems for the Western system over the long run. And given that the detriment caused by both factors are so blatantly obvious, it puts the West at a psychological disadvantage vis-à-vis its adversaries. If Hamas and Hezbollah are able to … Continue reading Change the Sun
Adam A. Azim 