I say this as a citizen of Europe (I know, this technically doesn't exist, but I still feel it's aspirational pull). The West is in its terminal phase.
Ukraine/Gaza policies might we'll be the final nail in the coffin of enlightenment values of critical reason and universal human rights. Unchecked capitalism is ripping societies apart, condemning large parts of the population to abuse and misery amidst incredible wealth. And the political system of representative democracy has been so captured by special interest that it can no longer enact broadly popular programs (social safety and environmental protection).
And the reactionary surge is only accelerating the decline.
@festal with the death of the large narratives the field was left open for the bean counters to rule. No more visions and aspirations, just managing the slow decay of everything.
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