What does politics have to do with philosophy? Everything. Politics that doesn’t rest on the foundation of a philosophy of Truth becomes a convenient tool for a philosophy of lies. It is far too powerful a part of life to leave outside the purview of the higher mind.

Dec 28, 2018 · 9:25 AM UTC

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Replying to @marwilliamson
Quite right. America has long been a nation rooted in simple-mindedness and perpetuated by the pursuit of greater wealth and power. We are basically modern vikings. Our culture is based on Endless War. We seek to hoard resources and exploit people for indentured servitude.
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While I can’t disagree with your description of what we have become, I submit to you that it’s our responsibility as citizens to change that. We have swerved from our philosophical foundations and it is up to us to course-correct.
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Replying to @marwilliamson
The constitution is based on the philosophy of the people. Politics and or politicians are supposed to work towards the fulfillment of that construct. And in the spirit of the law.
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I agree! Here is something I just recorded that relates to this: vimeo.com/307192497

Conversation #3: Beyond Hate.

A conversation about seeking universal love in today's world when it seems as if hate is all around us, and we are tempted to hate back.

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Political thought must be grounded in a philosophical view of the world and humanity. If not, political action can become chaotic, random, contradictory or - more troubling - amoral, self-serving, & corrupted.
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Not all philosophy is true, and thus, it is harder to define a foundation of truth, and one may espouse what is untrue unintentionally due to misbelief. Politicians often intentionally twist the truth to suit their own, or special interest's, agenda. One may say, their 1/
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Replying to @marwilliamson @skrashen
Nowadays.....NOT much
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Amen Sister!
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I've always loved philosophy,and the power in how the mind works out of it Political forces are in control of the lower levels reach for the Stars..
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As a Christian, I would add religion too, although corporate controlled Christianity has gripped many. If you look at the teachings of Christ, he teaches values that hold communities together: love, forgiveness and sacrifice. Heaven belongs to those who work for the good.
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