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OK, so the issue is in regards to getting the right and accurate picture of the working of the economy then, as I understand it, which I bring up in m...

Ok, read it and re-read it; but, the question remains as to how to discern the working of the real economy* (not that run by the top one tenth of one ...

So, just to sound trite, intellectualism has always been about questioning authority. And, if we have too many people questioning authority on matters...

zZzZz, trying to sleep but brain is being obstinate and stubborn. :angry:

That would be something worthy of a thesis paper on the current socio-economic landscape of political science in the US. I'm afraid I'll have to retur...

It's been covered here: https://thephilosophyforum.com/discussion/2955/anti-intellectualism-in-america/p1

Sanders does come to mind, though. Talk about socialism is no longer a taboo in America, I'm speaking about the newer generations arriving on the scen...

@"andrewk" There's something I find very intriguing about what Professor Chomsky had to say in that video that I would like to ask other members about...

Really good Westernized and stylized derivative of the Russian masterpiece called Solaris.

I think this is due to the apparently anti-intellectual sentiment widespread in America.

Since we fleshed out all the nuances of your draft, why not start a topic then? Shall we?

Those are automatic/involuntary responses, they don't factor into the discussion, I think.

So, you're talking about ideologies then? What if someone disregards all of them? Quietude and stillness ensues? Is that the point?

Uhh, yea I guess. Haha.

You present a deep issue here. There seems to be a conundrum of sorts, which I surmise the general philosophical idea is whether psychology and feelin...

As long as it's not 'knee-grow', I'm fine with those.

Yes, become Eeyore.

Buxte does have his moments. :cool:

Gonna watch it now, since you mentioned it and it's quite interesting. Thanks https://yts.me/index8

Before I commit to purchasing a copy of the book mentioned by @"John Doe", seen here. It's 35 USD and I will make the companion available for free in ...

Psychopathy isn't a trait that is expressed sometimes. It's always apparent in all decisions of life. Trump gets a F60.2 and F03 from most psychiatris...

Got some beer today, yay.

I have found that indulging in the idealization of suicide presents a person with a conundrum as to what to do next in life. I have had my bouts of th...

Just a fun fact that because we didn't have TV's back then his voice was heard through the radio instead. Just thought that was kind of a cool thing t...

This is red-herring. We both know, maybe (unfortunately) through personal experience, that some people are just plain wicked or 'evil'. While, I would...

I don't think there is a lack of evidence to dismiss this as a non-issue, speaking about human history. The advent of 'psychopathy' seems to be a rece...

So, the reason for me positing this issue is because I see all around claims being made that X potential or actual leader has X disorder or condition....

So, having thought some more and receiving some feedback, I would like to, though I don't know if this is possible, to generalize this question to any...

What a power trip the guy must be getting out of this trade war he started.

Thanks! As I see that I've assumed the role of the orchestrator or sorts, I leave it to other members to decide on how (what companion to use and how ...

Yes, please. It's easy to get distracted from the points raised in the Tractatus, as it sort of requires one to have a laser focus and infinite workin...

@"Sam26", would you be willing to moderate this reading group? I don't want to ask if you would want to take it under your control, as I don't think y...

I can give my complete assurance that I am of sane and rational mind in case anyone is wondering if I'm off my rocker. I take my medication as prescri...

Fine, that's the rational thing to do. It's none of your business to try and remedy the problems of the world. Its just that behind all of what you're...

Is that even legal? If not, I'm gonna set up Uber derived idea of delivering groceries and alcohol to people. Just gotta make an app for a smartphone,...

Man, I need a beer but am too lazy to drive and get one.

The cat in your avatar is awesome, BTW.

I guess. It's just that it is hard to find people who don't want to project their own assumptions and such, instead of understanding the other. Basica...

Not sure about that. Physical relationships are governed by different rules. Here we are allowed to (to some detriment) be more open and forthcoming a...

Well, that's a topic worth exploring. If you and I assume that we are both being honest and sincere in our postings, then I don't think you have a bet...

Interesting, thanks. I guess I have wallowed as much as possible and that needs to change. Well, I have registered for a community college class this ...

Well, the chain of events culminating in making such a choice are often hidden from plain sight in many cases. It's only after the fact that we can pa...

I have somewhat, though if you can re-point me in the right direction, I would gladly re-read them.

I have, but I don't have the knowledge to understand the logical concept of the Tractatus yet. I do understand the ethical and metaphysical concept th...

Not quite ready to do an analysis on both books and how they relate. I'm still an amateur on the topic of Wittgenstein and don't want to spout nonsens...

Apologies for making the daft previous shoutout. I've just been wondering about Wittgenstein's own problems/struggles with the concept of suicide, and...

Just illustrates that we really do live in our heads with private content.

I'm not sure if this issue can be addressed via philosophy. Much of the jargon we're using in this thread, "coping", "enduring", and so on are borrowe...

I'm thinking real hard on how to revive the old PF. Not because I don't like this forum or anything, but for the content over there along with how it ...

What's interesting is that the above phenomenon which I'm alluding to did not.occur at the old PF due to emotions and feelings being compartmentalized...