Watching this in June 2024....

Did political lawfare develop from environmental lawfare, or has lawfare of any kind been an aspect of American politics since the Revolution?

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Should the UK and not listened to Pres Carter and kept Rhodesia intact and prevented Marxism coming into Africa?

so Betz is paper on Civil war in the West is what the internal problems are ? mass migration and the vanity greed and naivety of the globalist has cuased massive self harm to the West.

Ukraine at 31:00

Again with the empty shoes.

The vote gave women growth in personhood which men had, but we didn't see that it created a cliff for men to adjust to.

It was a pity he lose the major votes to opposition during election and left politics. He is still a brilliant person and a good minister.

hi, im commenting as i watch this lecture to share my thoughts

It is End of History, and the Last Man Standing. 🎉

Comment la cancel culture à gagner dans la société alors que le féminisme était minoritaire de 1960 à 2020.

This phd is a walking meme revealing why there are literally no female philosophers of note throughout history None

What a fool. The west is literally dying, in total decline leading to collapse and civil war Yet, this phd is still so arrogant. Incredible

32:00 in… I wonder if the overly educated Dr believes NATO to be mad? In the way they’ve expanded into Russia’s border? But of course, no. Dugan is the mad man for wanting to ensure Ukraine isn’t a Nazi bees nest.

This should be put on the National Curriculum, THE TRUTH about Stalin and the Soviet Union, I have long told everyone I can about Soviet duplicity during the war. I also get very annoyed by teachers in particular who seem to refuse to recognise the evils of communism.

19:40 YES how is ‘feminism’ EVER excluding motherhood?! It’s insanity!

IGNORANTS ON PURPOSE 🤓😱When ignorance meets cocky self-confidence!

What is the book on western Maoism you speak of called again?

(I don't believe pandas exist. I think they are an ursid hybrid.)

ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT.

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:25 *🎉 The event promises an engaging discussion on decolonization with distinguished panelists and interactive audience participation.* 02:16 *📘 Prof. Doug Stokes is introduced, highlighting his expertise in military, security, and energy issues, and his critical examination of the decolonization of British universities.* 03:12 *📚 Stokes’ book criticizes the decolonization movement in British universities, described as absurd yet influential, and potentially damaging.* 05:37 *🇬🇧 A contrast is drawn between the UK's successful multiculturalism and its self-critical university culture that Stokes argues exaggerates issues of prejudice.* 07:41 *📈 The discussion addresses a significant increase in media references to racism and white supremacy over the last decade, suggesting a shift towards progressive politics driven by moral panics.* 10:24 *🚫 The narrative moves to describe the authoritarian methods used in universities to address alleged racism, comparing them to tactics reminiscent of the Soviet Union.* 14:18 *✝️ A parallel is drawn between current ideological movements and the Puritan desire for societal and self-purification, suggesting a secularized form of Protestant extremism.* 18:46 *🔄 The conversation turns to discussing the millenarian aspect of modern ideologies, depicting a desire for a disruptive transformation towards an idealized society.* 20:26 *📚 Stokes explains the historical shift from Marxism to a focus on culture and identity, tracing how radical theory in the West evolved towards current ideologically driven movements.* 23:40 *🧠 The importance of returning to a belief in objective reality is emphasized, challenging postmodern relativism to validate the significance of scientific realism.* 24:06 *🔄 The significance of acknowledging material reality is emphasized, countering subjective perceptions shaping societal discourse.* 24:33 *🛡️ A call for reclaiming reality against relativism, vital for maintaining structured knowledge and authority within society.* 25:27 *🌍 The unexpected mainstream emergence of postmodern theories, initially deemed too abstract for widespread adoption, highlights a shift in public discourse.* 27:17 *🏛️ A critique of the monocultural perspectives prevailing in humanities and social science departments, likening their theoretical frameworks to "academic theology."* 29:26 *🔍 Discussion on how technocracy utilizes the identification and management of sociopolitical "risks" like racism or sexism for asserting control.* 31:01 *🔄 Proposes that efforts to "decolonize" in the UK might represent a new form of ideological colonization, particularly from American moral panics.* 32:08 *🇺🇸 Reflects on how UK societal issues often import American racial discourses, influencing domestic narratives and tensions.* 34:38 *❓ Raises the question of the permanence of decolonization efforts, suggesting these movements serve more as vehicles for asserting power than achieving specific end goals.* 36:56 *💥 Critiques the "woke" movement as fundamentally about power and control, rather than genuine concern for societal improvement or justice.* 39:17 *🏭 Discusses the abandonment of the working class by left-wing movements, shifting focus onto middle-class priorities over traditional class struggles.* 44:57 *🔄 Suggests that "woke" ideology might serve as a byproduct of neoliberalism, diverting attention from economic grievances to moral and identity issues.* 45:53 *🌀 Wokeness may serve as a camouflage for neoliberal capitalism, sidestepping systemic economic critique by focusing on identity politics.* 47:29 *🗣️ The criticism of populism and disinformation management often targets legitimate grievances against the consequences of neoliberal policies.* 49:08 *📘 The distinction is made between the political processes of decolonization and the rise of decolonization ideology within academic contexts.* 50:19 *📚 Calvinism's deep sense of sinfulness and humility differs significantly from modern ideological movements' lack of humility.* 51:58 *🔄 Wokeness could be interpreted as a form of hyper liberalism, focusing on the individual's self-affirmation through consumption and identity politics.* 53:45 *🌍 The anglophone world strongly manifests the ideologies discussed, with France showing resistance due to its authoritarian leanings, despite being the birthplace of many foundational theorists of such philosophies.* 55:20 *📈 The impetus for climate concern and ideological movements appears predominantly in Protestant nations, suggesting a cultural rather than universal basis.* 57:31 *🏛️ Violent decolonization and anti-neocolonial stances have often led to worse outcomes for countries, challenging the narratives of certain ideological movements.* 59:21 *🔄 European-centric critique in decolonization theory minimizes the agency and history of non-European civilizations, displaying a form of Eurocentric narcissism.* 01:07:01 *🎭 The performative aspect of acknowledging privilege, especially among the socio-economic elite, often lacks genuine sacrifice or change, highlighting superficial engagement with the ideologies purportedly supported.* 01:08:34 *📉 Highlighting a growing disconnect between ordinary people and privileged media pushing ideological narratives, jeopardizing the social contract.* 01:10:11 *🚨 Warning of potential massive reactions in Western politics due to the erosion of core values and tolerance by ideological extremism.* 01:11:19 *🎭 Discusses social status and the power of choosing to appear powerless as a sign of actual systemic power.* 01:13:58 *🔄 Introducing complex narratives about the history of slavery to challenge one-dimensional views on Western guilt and imperialism.* 01:19:09 *🗣️ Pondering the impact of alternative voices and podcasts in challenging mainstream ideological narratives and promoting diversity of thought.* 01:21:00 *❓ Questioning the conservative government's effectiveness in countering pervasive "woke" ideologies despite having the evidence to do so.* 01:21:55 *🛠️ Urging a philosophical and value reboot for the conservative party to better defend Western civilization and address the needs of working-class people.* 01:26:47 *🌏 Speculating on the West's ability to restore its cultural foundations to maintain geopolitical power, contrasting with traditional values strengthening Russia and China.* 01:28:34 *💔 Addressing the dangers of undermining civilizational confidence through constant cultural and political self-negation.* Made with HARPA AI

Afghanistan. Our Iran policy. Our hesitation over Ukraine. Obama's red line that wasn't even a pale pink line. The Biden administration treatment of our closest ally, Israel. Does any serious person think China believes the Biden administration will respond militarily if they invade Taiwan?

The thing about cancel culture is, pretty much ANYTHING you say or do is grounds for getting cancelled. And once you get cancelled, you are expected to accept full guilt and punishment without question, lest you get branded a narcissist who doesn't accept responsibility. Naturally getting angry over such unfair treatment is considered being "defensive" at best. You literally can't win.

Prof. Doug Stokes reminds me of Mark Sheppard in his role on Battlestar Galactica.

He should be an MP again

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Yan's English is very typically Chinese, the same with me hahaha🤣 I understand English well, but cant express myself well. its so comforting to realize that I have the same English level with a top level professor.

Dont 'black boxxed' the state when you have no compelling justifications to do so. Because it makes whatever you are talking sounds wierd. And also, it is important to note the distinction between structural realism aspiration and the reality. Structural realism aspire to uncover law-like behaviours of state but look at the international landscape right now! Who is still a hard core realist?

Don‘t despair at listenibg to Prof. Yan. Chinese is a far superior language than English. As China grows stronger, the population learning Chinese will exceed those learning English; Chinese will become the major language of the world.

Rather disappointed with the audience and the panel members as to their western mindset of rivalry, war, competition, live but not let live!, etc. Try so hard to get out of your box!

Prof. Yan is always worth listening to.

Smart A'lec.

state funded propagandist nonsense.

Bald eagle is domesticated?

You better go back to ur china , and give a lecture to ur criminal government.

I am laughing, The Western audience are being tortured. But he speaks the truth, I respect him for that. 😂😂 From Singapore.

The speech by 5he chinese professor is too long. He is knowledgeable but not a good speaker because of his English.

Typical jaundiced western perspectives which lack historical and Chinese philosophical nuances and insights. Talking about Taiwan with zilch knowledge and understanding of history. Are they aware of the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Consensus after WW2? Have they read the Shanghai Communique and the 2 following Communiques which acknowledge and recognise Taiwan as China? The UN and All its members bar 10 insignificant island states under the US, acknowledges and recognises same. What are they talking about China " invading" Taiwan!!!

The US and its allies does not recognize the legitimacy of the Chinese government and will use all possible means to change it. China is reacting to each U.S. action. It is considered impolite to not reciprocate. Following the September 11, 2001 attack, the U.S. shifted attention from China to the Middle East, easing China's entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO) in December 2001. As China emerged as the "world's factory," producing inexpensive goods that lowered global inflation, central banks, including the U.S. Federal Reserve, maintained low-interest rates, fostering excessive leveraging in the U.S. and Europe. This, coupled with risky financial practices and the housing market's collapse, led to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Despite feeling unsettled by China's economic growth, the United States actively pursued financial support from China, for China to continue purchasing U.S. Treasury bills. In 2011, Obama proposed the "Pivot to Asia" strategy, which shifted the focus of US foreign policy from the Middle East to Asia. This, along with the wargaming of a sea blockade of Chinese commercial ships on a global scale, the formation of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), which deliberately excluded China, the establishment of a 2500-strong US marine air-ground task force in Darwin, and an increase in the rotation of both US Air Force planes and US Navy vessels through Australian bases, alarmed the Chinese leadership. Unable to remain passive, hide their strength, and bide their time, Xi Jinping was selected as the leader of China in 2013 to make China more secure. These included the establishment of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, the Belt and Road initiative, and the building of artificial islands in the South China Sea. In 2015 the "Made in China 2025" initiative was announced. These policies directly responded to the perceived threat posed by the "Pivot to Asia" strategy. No country is excluded from joining the AIIB or the Belt and Road Initiative. Obama's intentions were clarified when he responded to Xi Jinping's proposal on September 25, 2015, to make the South China Sea (SCS) a non-militarized zone by initiating freedom of navigation operations in the SCS on October 27, 2015. Japan and the Philippines are cornerstones of the strategy to keep Asia poor and divided. This policy is articulated in the top-secret U.S. Foreign Policy written 76 years ago. February 24, 1948, Declassified U.S. Foreign Policy: Furthermore, we have about 50% of the world’s wealth but only 6.3% of its population. This disparity is particularly great as between ourselves and the peoples of Asia. In this situation, we cannot fail to be the object of envy and resentment. Our real task in the coming period is to devise a pattern of relationships which will permit us to maintain this position of disparity without positive detriment to our national security. ... that Japan and the Philippines will be found to be the corner-stones of such a Pacific security system and that if we can contrive to retain effective control over these areas there can be no serious threat to our security from the East within our time. Taiwan was added to the Pacific security system after Chiang's army retreated to the island of Taiwan in 1949. South Korea was added after the Korean War in 1953. The attempt with Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia was abandoned in 1975. The 1989 attempt in China failed. The 2019-2020 attempt in Hong Kong also failed. The US makes the rules, and the US and their friends do not have to follow these rules. Since WWII, the United States has started 201 wars, overthrew 36 foreign leaders, killed or attempted to kill 50, dropped bombs in 30 countries, and interfered in 86 foreign elections. To make the world safe for democracy, the US has caused the deaths of tens of millions of people in its conflicts in Korea, Vietnam, Yugoslavia, Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya, and Syria. The CIA was involved in covert operations that resulted in mass killings of communists in over 22 countries, 500,000 to 2,000,000 Indonesian civilians disappeared in 1965-1966. The 'Arsenal of Democracy' produces 40 percent of the world's weapons. It is a very profitable business model in which other countries buy these weapons to fight each other. The key is maximizing profits without shedding US blood by inducing conflicts between and within countries outside the USA. One client is eager to spend AUD 368 billion to buy a few high-quality used nuclear-powered submarines. This business model's critical components are NATO, QUAD, ANZUS, Five Eyes, AUKUS, and MCC (Mutual Cross-Service Agreement).

天真的阎学通, 人性不变. 米尔斯海默才是对的, 而你在天真的误导中国战略.

他讲的内容太粗浅了，他以为观众是不关注世界政治的大一新生吗？尴尬死了！

西方学者相信他这套，也太天真了……

No mention of made in China 2025 with China de-coupling plan. China wants to dominate critcally stratigic industries. Western countries want to protect their domestic critical industries - hence de-risking. China has moved from prioritising economic growth to security, others are now following. The world is now dealing with Xi's China not Deng's. No criticism of Russian invasion. He stresses the point there is no ideology confrontation but there is such a confrontation between the autocratic, led by China and democratic, led by America. Many countries want to sit this confrontation out but Western Europe, Japan, Phillipines cannot afford to be neutral else lose soverignty. Vietnam & Saudi Arabia are not democratic but are not close allies of America. They sit on the fence. Support which ever side is best for them at any particular time. Britain didn't comeout of the EU because of supply chains risk, that is farse. He makes the point America AI development is ahead of Chinese. I can see this being a big Chinese concern. America being a democracy without censorship and with a larger part of the world able to speak english has a big advantage over China. Overall most points that I can agree on. Especially at the end. China needs the big markets to export to. The western ones. Because China is a supply side economy and for the world to consume all Chinese products the rest of the world has to produce less else leads to over supply and that will lead to unemployment or debt.

I'd glad that someone finally noted the quality issues with Chinese manufactured goods. Appliances are a good example. Lots of electronics, problems as soon as the warranty is exceeded. People pay for an extended warranty or "insurance" because they expect problems. Extended warranties are the sellers way of warning a customer that they can expect problems as soon as the warranty is up.

'Rules Based Orders' and International 'Laws' can change when it's against their Weaknesses but it's different when other Countries rise above or do better; they cannot do the same. Just like America can supply Weapons to Israel for Genocide but it's not right for China to support Russia in anyway. But what they do not know is, there are other Countries on the rise .... this means Western Countries is not only Competing with China but Countries like India, Brazil, Africa .. which have combine popuationof more than 4.6 Billion against 370 million.

Freedom of speech is a beautiful thing!

WTF??? 😵‍💫

Incredible video, enjoyed James points at 40:25 on GDP and nuclear secrets. Lovely listen! I listened to this 20 minutes after my wife of 70 year's funeral.

tis epic to listen a chinese scolar with his commi ideas