Analysis Of David Brooks 'Article' What's Wrong With Radicalism

We can trace this radicalization according to Jim George to the liberalization of belief system in the 60s inside the Western countries especially the United States and outside these in the fight against communism.

Based on the stories my parents told me, I’m very excited to be a teenager in 2016. When they were teenagers in the early 90’s, they didn’t have internet, cell phone, or social media. Although many things were different during that time, they always seem to remind me of the old phrase, “The more things change, the more things stay the same.” I recently read the article, “What Our Words Tells Us”,by David Brooks. Brooks believes the atomization and demoralization of our society means our society has no connection with past generations and that today’s society lacks morals. I believe today’s generation is just as morally conscious as the generations before.

The legacy of Saul Alinksy represent the definition of radical movement, he belief that social justices can be achieved through American democracy and this was demonstrated in several ways by different communities in addressing some of their needs, with this action of public speaking and demonstration they were able to confront the government to provide better opportunities in their communities, such as the fight for a good medical programs, jobs and basic amenities.

The new radicals are reported to be "identified as highly educated, economically thwarted individuals who, both new class and radical middle class theorists agree, tend to be the most active in the public and creative professions." (Bonnett, 1993, p. 284) According to Bonnett "it has been shown that the new radicals are more educated than other sections of the new/middle class" however, the explanations provided for this correlation are such that "refer back to the inherently 'liberating' and 'critical' capacities ascribed to education." (1993) The correlations that are assumed to be in existence between radicalism and economic status and radicalism and relative autonomy from

The article in the New York Times titled, "Carpe Diem Nation" (2013) by David Brooks, depicts an editorial piece on the state of the American nation. In order to get his point across he uses five fallacies that make his argument biased, but does indeed prove his point. Fallacies ignore all reason and are false statements that are made in order to convince individuals to support a particular issue; it is a psychological tool used to convince individuals (Paul & Elder 2008).

As a person radicalises, they begin to develop and adopt attitudes and behaviours that seek to substantially transform the nature of society and government. These attitudes differ significantly from how most members of society view social issues and participate politically. In most instances such behaviour does not pose a danger and can even benefit the Australian

    “Lest we forget at least an over-the-shoulder acknowledgment to the very first radical: from all our legends, mythology, and history (and who is to know where mythology leaves off and history begins — or which is which), the first radical known to man who rebelled against the establishment and did it so effectively that he at least won his own kingdom- Lucifer” (Alinsky, Personal Acknowledgement). Saul Alinsky was a social reformer during the Cold War era in American History. He published Rules For Radicals in 1971. As the name implies, the manifesto contains some radical ideas on social reform. The manifesto outlines the ethics, tactics and philosophy of how to successfully shift power from the “Haves” to the “Have-nots.” Alinsky created a controversial body of propaganda in the way he challenges core moral values of American beliefs for the time period such as Capitalism and the class system. He further challenges American beliefs by questioning the foundational ideologies of  Americans such as the extent of equality, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.  To argue that Saul Alinsky’s Rules For Radicals does not have radical ideals is a misconception as the document challenges the class system created by inequality, however, Saul Alinsky’s vision in Rules For Radicals ethics, tactics and philosophy is represented by ideals of equality, liberty and justice making the manifesto a continuum of traditional American ideals fueled by the idea

One of the reasons why Poor Economics is so relevant to today's society is that within poverty grows terrorism;

“A radical may be defined as a person who is extremely dissatisfied with the society as it is and therefore is impatient with less than extreme proposals for change” (Baradat 18). This definition provides an accurate understanding of what ISIS believes, but it fails to associate their desired direction of change in accordance with the status quo. Referring to ISIS as radical, which is a common mishap that is vital to point out and correct, is to misuse the term “radical” and to also make false assumptions about ISIS. Radicalism refers to those discontent with the status quo and

With the recent uptick in the activity of populist, nationalist, and, dare I say, fascism movements, one can only wonder what could be the meaning of this. Whether it be Great Britain’s departure from the European Union (mostly over open immigration), the election of Donald Trump, or the meteoric rise of the alt-right, led by such lovely and tolerant figures as Richard Spencer and Steve Bannon, the political winds and tides are shifting. Ideas of globalism are on their way out, being replaced by a newfound love of country and reverence for the idea of and a demand for societal standard of hegemony. Not all is so well in paradise, however. Fear and suspicion of others, specifically related to radical Islam, is an epidemic. If left unchecked,

Radical is a word that is generally associated with current abominable global events. But the word ‘radical,’ means change relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something. When I first set out my college passage, I was pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering in the state of Texas. This required me to take heavy math and science classes allowing me to develop a unique way of approaching problems and their respective solutions. When I was a child I never watched cartoons but instead viewed documentaries, with a majority of them being related to the aerospace industry.

The title of the article is: "Clinton, other Dem candidates in debate won't use term 'radical Islam.'" Its author is not specified, and it was published by Fox News on November 16th, 2015. The piece focuses on the fact that Hillary Clinton and her fellow Democratic presidential candidates refuse to use the term 'radical Islam.'

Everywhere around the world parties on opposite ends of the political spectrum are incredibly divided. One issue that tends to be incredibly partisan, are the opinions on Islam. Whether it be deciding to call terrorists radical Islamists or not. Whether it be attempting to define what a moderate Muslim is. Or, whether it be debating how many “Syrian refugees”, if any, should be brought into the US. However, both sides are missing the true problem with the topic. It’s not just “radical” Islam that’s a problem. Even the most “moderate” practices of Islam abuse women, gays, Christians and any minority that is deemed unfit. This is completely, and utterly incompatible with Western ideas and beliefs.

Ball’s and Dagger’s chapter on Radical Islamic Fundamentalism has changed my views on how religious groups influence politics, by fulfilling the four function of an ideology. The aforementioned is supported by Ball’s and Dagger’s conclusion where they state that “Like other ideologies, radical Islamism guides and inspired its followers by performing the following four function in its own distinctive way.”(Ball et al, 2004. Pg. 309). In addition, I have learned that the religious belief ideology, deserves equal attention like any other political ideology. I state this because relevant information can be overlooked, since they are more associated with religious doctrines and spiritual practices. Therefore, we must keep this in mind when we attempt

The events of 9/11 were catastrophic and brought to the forefront of everyone’s mind the real threat of terrorism in western countries. The intent of this paper is to present terrorism as a form of deviancy within our society and to connect it with Karl Marx’s Conflict Theory.