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Are acts of violence in the name of social justice justified? Will they provoke retaliation that’s even worse? Douglas Murray predicts serious consequences for our civilization if we’re not able to effectively stem the tide of the woke ideology. One of the effects he explores in The Madness of Crowds is the increased risk of societal violence. Keep reading to learn about Murray’s concerns.
What are common capitalism myths? Is free-market capitalism good for society? According to Conscious Capitalism by John Mackey and Rajendra Sisodia, free-market capitalism is the ideal economic system. However, there are some misconceptions about capitalism. Continue reading for a deeper dive into these capitalism myths.
How much water does artificial intelligence (AI) use? Is the water consumption manageable, or is it contributing to a crisis? AI systems like ChatGPT are consuming massive amounts of water, straining already stressed water resources. Some experts warn that continued, unfettered AI water use will fuel global water scarcity problems—which are already on track to reach crisis levels by 2030. Here’s a look at AI water consumption, and the possible outcomes.
Is Earth on course for a population correction? How would a population drop affect the economy? What is the world’s carrying capacity? Population ecologist William Rees thinks the human population has overshot what Earth can support. As a result, the world’s population could course-correct, decreasing by more than a billion by the end of the century. Continue reading to learn about this ecologist’s prediction.
How did wokeism become a major ideology in the West? Does it fill a particular vacuum? How has social media made a difference? In The Madness of Crowds, Douglas Murray explains how woke ideology has gained a foothold in mainstream Western society. He identifies four major societal shifts that he believes influenced these ideological changes. Read more to learn about the origins of woke ideology.
What’s the solution to capitalism? Does capitalism need to be replaced or can it be improved? Capitalism has come under scrutiny in recent years, and while capitalism is theoretically sound, it’s misunderstood and implemented poorly. Thankfully, Conscious Capitalism by John Mackey and Rajendra Sisodia has the solution to capitalism. Here’s how Mackey and Sisodia would fix capitalism with an improved version.
Is wokeness bad? Does it harm society or have the potential to do so? Douglas Murray has a definite response to those questions. He believes that wokeness is hard to challenge without suffering public ridicule and shaming, which is part of the problem. But, we must fight this ideology, or our society could become even more fragmented, chaotic, and conceivably violent. Continue reading to learn why Murray believes wokeness is bad for society.
Why is conscious capitalism important? How does conscious capitalism benefit businesses and society? In Conscious Capitalism, John Mackey and Rajendra Sisodia discuss how conscious capitalism benefits all interested parties in businesses. They further explain why each party is important to business to emphasize why this economic system is so crucial. Keep reading to learn how conscious capitalism takes everyone into account.
How big is AI’s carbon footprint? How fast is it growing? Can anything be done to curb it? AI’s carbon footprint and energy use are growing rapidly and could undermine global climate change goals. Mitigating AI’s emissions will require a combination of corporate carbon reduction commitments, AI efficiency improvements, a shift to renewable energy, and government regulation. Continue reading to learn how the growth of AI is affecting the environment.
Where do you look to find meaning in life? How do you perceive injustices in society? In The Madness of Crowds, Douglas Murray shares his concerns about where society is heading. He offers two practical steps that each person can take to turn things in a positive direction: depoliticize your personal identity and gain a healthy perspective on injustice. Keep reading to learn how to make society better with these recommendations.