Totalitarianism

[close] Study and discussion of the important questions of ethical and political philosophy from Confucius and Socrates to the present. Rules (see also the Rules and Housekeeping topic): Subject to copyright law and these rules, posters may cite, link, or quote any publication, including their own. Posts linking to outside sources must contain a brief explanation of the nature of the linked material and, unless obvious, how it is relevant to the topic being discussed. All posts and linked material must be in English. Posts and any linked material should be polite and not degenerate into ad hominem attacks. The purpose here is to seek light, not heat—rational discourse, not shouting matches. Leave your cable news persona at home and put on your philosopher's mantle when entering this group. Rational argumentation and Socratic questioning are welcome. Hectoring, intimidation, insult, and presumptuous condescension toward other group members are cause for immediate removal from the group. Internet "trolls," advocates of violence, and posters failing to comply with these rules will be removed from membership, as will posters who persist in raising issues that are outside the scope of the subject matter of this group. New members may introduce themselves in the New Member Introductions topic. See posts 4-5 here regarding the creation of new topics. Photo credit: Socrates sculpture at Louvre (CherryX per Wikimedia Commons [CC-BY-SA-3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons)

[close] Hello, Group! We will be reading Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale." When I have worked out a schedule for reading it will be posted on the discussion board, along with questions to facilitate discussion. Do not be afraid to share your opinion! We all have a unique way of looking at things and that's what makes discussing literature so fun and engaging. In fact, you're encouraged to read the book from different approaches! Post every thought, question, concern, and analysis you have, just be sure to post it in its proper discussion thread. Please read the rules and have fun! If this goes well, maybe we can do this again in the future. If you would like to create your own group, just ask the moderator and he will help you to the best of his ability. All are welcome. Feel free to invite others into our discussions. Thank you!

[close] For those who think Peterson's work is interesting and would like to study or discuss it and related topics.