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>But anyway, should one judge China based on Western principles and values. If so, what would be the basis for that? I would say that justifying authoritariani
by glenstein 9y ago
>But anyway, should one judge China based on Western principles and values. If so, what would be the basis for that?
I would say that justifying authoritarianism is a perfect example of how appeals to cultural relativism can be dangerous.
- mirimir 9y agoThere's a distinction that I've been failing horribly to make clearly. I don't like the current Chinese regime. I wouldn't want to live there. And I support projects to help Chinese dissidents. However, I do my best to avoid judging. Labeling. Appealing to illusory fundamental ideals and standards. Sure, but maybe "authoritarianism" is just an abstract concept, and there's a lot more to the current Chinese situation th