Man of Ethics
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In this nanoessay I propose an argument Conservatives should use against Cancel Culture. Progressive Totalitarians support and applaud firing and blacklisting anyone who disagrees with their ideology. They claim that those fired and blacklisted are being "held accountable" for their opinions. Unlike Classic Liberals who defended the rights of workers, modern Progressive Totalitarians support unlimited power of Capitalists to fire any employee for almost any reason. They argue that might makes right.
Conservatives, Independents, and Classical Liberals who oppose Cancel Culture seem to have almost no options. Many Conservatives engage in pointless arguments with Progressive Totalitarians, trying to explain the benefits of a Free Society in which people are not afraid to share their political views. Unfortunately, History teaches us that Despots and Tyrants who hold power are not interested in establishing a Free Society.
Sadly, the only language Despots and Tyrants understand is the language of Consequences -- Argument Ad Baculum. I would never advocate anything illegal or wacky. There are many legal ways to hold Progressive Totalitarians accountable. In my opinion, the only way for Conservatives, Independents, and Classical Liberals to Make America Free Again is by mastering the art of boycott and applying pressure on Progressives. Boycotts would require planning, coordination, and support from media like NewsMax.
Some boycotts may be totally useless -- like a small group trying to boycott a Social Media giant. In other cases, boycotts can be very effective. USA contains thousands of counties and small towns in which 70% or 80% of population is Conservative. Boycotting any small business owned by a Progressive could bring outstanding results.
A more effective strategy would be for small businesses in Conservative towns and counties to make support for Cancel Culture and possibly support for Democratic Party a firing offense. Progressives fired in small Conservative counties would have few job opportunities. They may have to relocate in order to find employment.
Being held accountable would end many Progressives support for Cancel Culture and would tech them to appreciate Diversity of Opinion. It would also be a stepping stone off their high horse. Some of them would have to live a double life -- just like many Conservatives, Independents and Classical Liberals do now. Being held accountable would destroy Progressive Totalitarians claim that they support accountability. They may join Conservatives, Independents, and Classical Liberals in advocating greater worker protections.
Unfortunately, the vast majority of Conservatives are not ready to hold Totalitarian Progressives accountable. Unfortunately, most Conservatives are so invested in Tolerance of different political opinions that they extend unconditional Tolerance toward the Intolerant Progressives. As a result, the Intolerant win and impose their rules upon the rest of Society. Karl Popper's prediction came true once again. In other words, Conservatives oppose Cancel Culture so much that they let it win. This is Paradox of Tolerance exemplified.
Fortunately, there is hope for change. Most Bush Republicans have evolved into Trump Republicans. Perhaps, escalating polarisation of American Society will make Conservatives less tolerant of the Intolerant. Then we can Make America Tolerant Again.
Conservatives, Independents, and Classical Liberals who oppose Cancel Culture seem to have almost no options. Many Conservatives engage in pointless arguments with Progressive Totalitarians, trying to explain the benefits of a Free Society in which people are not afraid to share their political views. Unfortunately, History teaches us that Despots and Tyrants who hold power are not interested in establishing a Free Society.
Sadly, the only language Despots and Tyrants understand is the language of Consequences -- Argument Ad Baculum. I would never advocate anything illegal or wacky. There are many legal ways to hold Progressive Totalitarians accountable. In my opinion, the only way for Conservatives, Independents, and Classical Liberals to Make America Free Again is by mastering the art of boycott and applying pressure on Progressives. Boycotts would require planning, coordination, and support from media like NewsMax.
Some boycotts may be totally useless -- like a small group trying to boycott a Social Media giant. In other cases, boycotts can be very effective. USA contains thousands of counties and small towns in which 70% or 80% of population is Conservative. Boycotting any small business owned by a Progressive could bring outstanding results.
A more effective strategy would be for small businesses in Conservative towns and counties to make support for Cancel Culture and possibly support for Democratic Party a firing offense. Progressives fired in small Conservative counties would have few job opportunities. They may have to relocate in order to find employment.
Being held accountable would end many Progressives support for Cancel Culture and would tech them to appreciate Diversity of Opinion. It would also be a stepping stone off their high horse. Some of them would have to live a double life -- just like many Conservatives, Independents and Classical Liberals do now. Being held accountable would destroy Progressive Totalitarians claim that they support accountability. They may join Conservatives, Independents, and Classical Liberals in advocating greater worker protections.
Unfortunately, the vast majority of Conservatives are not ready to hold Totalitarian Progressives accountable. Unfortunately, most Conservatives are so invested in Tolerance of different political opinions that they extend unconditional Tolerance toward the Intolerant Progressives. As a result, the Intolerant win and impose their rules upon the rest of Society. Karl Popper's prediction came true once again. In other words, Conservatives oppose Cancel Culture so much that they let it win. This is Paradox of Tolerance exemplified.
Fortunately, there is hope for change. Most Bush Republicans have evolved into Trump Republicans. Perhaps, escalating polarisation of American Society will make Conservatives less tolerant of the Intolerant. Then we can Make America Tolerant Again.
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