Global capitalism and labor at the end of History
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Francis Fukuyama's thesis that the decline of Communism and socialism, and ascent of liberal capitalism signify an end of History is disputable on two counts. Fukuyama argues that liberal capitalism has established an Absolute Idea of human reason and freedom, which according to Georg W. Hegel, constitutes the end of historical evolution. However, global capitalism's exploitation of cheap labor, at the cost of high-wage earners, will generate a process of global proletarianization. Such a process will prompt workers to unite globally, over time, to fight for their rights.
Publication Name: Socialism and Democracy
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0885-4300
Year: 1995
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Hegel and the classical philosophy
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Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's works and ideas influence political actions of the modern era. Hegel's reputation, however, despite the apparent genius of his works, is attributed to the works of his predecessors. Hegel's most important ideas concern that of man's divinity and relationship with God, the meaning and levels of man's actions, epekeina or thebeyond as related to man's experiences and his interpretation of what is finiteand infinite.
Publication Name: Modern Age
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0026-7457
Year: 1993
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Raymond Aron and the morality of Prudence
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The French political philosopher and sociologist Raymond Aron is discussed with regard to his 1938 thesis, Introduction to the Philosophy of History.
Publication Name: Modern Age
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0026-7457
Year: 2001
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