“Narrative remains a pretty unbeatable delivery device for information.” — Patrick Radden Keefe Has London really fallen? That’s the question Patrick Radden Keefe — staff writer at The New Yorker and bestselling author of Empire of Pain and Say Nothing — addressed in his new book, London Falling: A Mysterious…
Episode 2952: Konstanty Gebert on the Interlibrary Loan and Yalta https://keenon.substack.com/p/the-best-and-worst-thing-about-america?utm_source=youtube
Explore how JFK's democratic ideals echo ancient Greek civilization. Discover the parallels drawn to modern political challenges and the true cost of holding power. #JFK #Democracy #AncientGreece #PoliticalHistory #Power
An older man shares a powerful reflection: Will those with privilege choose to hoard it, or will they leverage it to champion social justice? A vital question for our times. #Privilege #SocialJustice #Advocacy #Reflection
Discover how to amplify your significant message. Learn from the legacy of Bobby Kennedy's ideas, as referenced in a powerful book. #MessageAmplification #Inspiration #BobbyKennedy #Legacy
Our relentless pursuit of economic growth has overshadowed what it truly means to be human. Let's rediscover our worth beyond consumption. #Humanity #EconomicGrowth #Consumerism #Philosophy
Robert Kennedy's radical idea: Prioritize human rights over economic growth. The current system erodes social justice and dignity. A new path is needed. #HumanRights #EconomicGrowth #SocialJustice #RobertKennedy
Massive production fuels environmental damage and psychological strain. Our well-being is tied to the planet's health. Rethink consumption, protect our future. #Sustainability #EcoImpact #MentalHealth #ConsciousLiving
Uncovered: a powerful RFK speech from his final days. Explore his evolving vision and the crucial moments of his early campaign before his assassination. #RFK #PoliticalHistory #USPolitics #HistoryUncovered
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. highlights an economic model ignoring vital ecological and social costs. He used his privilege to champion social justice, challenging conventional systems. #RFKJr #SocialJustice #Economics #Politics #Advocacy
From ancient Athens to Bobby Kennedy, the fight for justice and democratic ideals endures. Discover the timeless legacy of advocacy. #Democracy #SocialJustice #History #Advocacy #CivicDuty
Witness Bobby Kennedy's profound commitment to social justice, fueled by his travels through impoverished America and his strong stance against the Vietnam War. A leader driven by empathy. #BobbyKennedy #SocialJustice #AntiWar #HumanRights #PoliticalHistory
“The United States and America are not the same thing. The United States is a government, an administration. America is an idea — and that idea is still there, even when the government is not.” — Konstanty Gebert What is the best thing about America? At least when viewed from…
The largest ideological split in modern democratic history demands new institutions. Poland's 1997 Constitution could be revised, or America could convene a constitutional convention. The core principle: managing coexistence amid profound dissimilarity. #PoliticalScience #Democracy #ConstitutionalLaw #NewInstitutions
Beyond Vienna and Budapest lies a vision of tomorrow. Central Europe as a predictor for future politics in the US and Western Europe. What can we learn from this 'canary in the coalmine'? #CentralEurope #FuturePolitics #Geopolitics #Vienna #Budapest
Ideological bonds now trump geography. Liberals worldwide share more in common than with neighbors holding different values. New institutions are needed to manage coexistence. #GlobalCommunity #IdeologicalDivide #OpenSociety #NewInstitutions #CulturalBonds
Exploring Poland's approach to tough compromises. Could this 'Polish model' offer a way out of illiberalism for Western Europe and the United States? #Poland #Compromise #Politics #Democracy #EuropeanUnion
Exploring Poland's approach to tough compromises. Could this 'Polish model' offer a way out of illiberalism for Western Europe and the United States? #Poland #Compromise #Politics #Democracy #EuropeanUnion
Ideological divides are here to stay. We must forge a new social contract with mutually enforceable rules for coexistence, requiring tough compromises from all sides. #SocialContract #Compromise #Coexistence #SocietalChange
The tough choice: fight for principles and face costs, or compromise on objectionable views? Where do we draw the line in our civil discourse? #Principles #Compromise #CivilDiscourse #Debate #Values
A stark message to American liberals: Accept book bans in Florida and the difficulty of obtaining abortions in Texas. The reality on the ground demands acknowledgment. #PoliticalReality #Liberalism #USPolitics #BookBans #AbortionRights