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How to spot an ideologue.. - Magical Realist - Sep 15, 2025
This article provides some much needed guidance in a time of ideologies masking themselves as the one truth. It's something to consider as both sides of the political spectrum show signs of ideological fanaticism that only leads to violence and division and endless deadlock..
https://intellectualtakeout.org/2017/03/3-ways-to-spot-an-ideologue/
"In The End of Ideology, Bell defined ‘ideology’ as “a set of beliefs, infused with passion [… which] seeks to transform the whole of a way of life. This commitment to ideology—the yearning for a ‘cause,’ or the satisfaction of deep moral feelings—is not necessarily the reflection of interests in the shape of ideas. Ideology, in this sense, and in the sense that we use it here, is a secular religion.”
Is it time to avoid ideological conflict, engage others in sustained intellectual discourse, and settle our disagreements in a more rational and cooperative manner?"
RE: How to spot an ideologue.. - Syne - Sep 15, 2025
Sadly, many are celebrating the end of someone who tried to engage others in sustained intellectual discourse. Definitely a secular religion.
RE: How to spot an ideologue.. - confused2 - Sep 15, 2025
Quote:Is it time to avoid ideological conflict, engage others in sustained intellectual discourse, and settle our disagreements in a more rational and cooperative manner?"
It sounds good but in reality there are a few people who can influence others in ways that defy a simple rational explanation. Deciding whether the influence is rational or 'irrational' can be particularly difficult for those who are 'on message'.