There are, in my view however, some serious problems with cosmopolitanism. Some problems are specific to each model, but also some larger problems that concern the very notion of cosmopolitanism itself. The first obvious problem is that there is no single model which can be agreed on to be pursued. As Beck describes it, cosmopolitanism is nothing more than a word for an ongoing argument about cosmopolitanism (Beck 2002, p. 18). The citizen model sounds like an easy transition. We all just have to think like Peter Singer. But unless the majority of the world do so, the idea is effectively meaningless (Smith 2007, p. 40). It 's an all or nothing agenda which sadly lacks the inspirational and motivational force of previous ideologies such as communism or fascism (Beck 2002, p. 40) and which therefore seems unlikely to conquer the world. The institutional model might also seem like a straight forward transition as all we need to is extend and support the current institutions of the United Nations (UN). The problems of the UN still remain, however. How do we really extend justice beyond state borders? (Brassett 2008, p. 316). It it currently only the state that controls the legitimate force. Do we therefore wish to arm the UN so as to empower the International Court of Justice (ICJ)? …show more content…
The West used market protections, exploitation and only very selective market liberalisations as we developed our economies after the great wars. Now we seek to deny emerging markets the same opportunities (Kinley 2009, p. 44). Similarly it might be argued that the West, having profited from its period of political and economic domination which included appalling human rights violations, is displaying its imperial colonialism once again by arguing cosmopolitan equality for all just as other states are beginning to emerge as rival powers (Muller 2009, p.
In Nussbaum’s article I have a problem with the unrealistic goal of universal cosmopolitanism, as it is impossible for an individual to think of themself fully a citizen of the world. A sense of home identification will always linger as no one feels welcome or is welcomed in every nation or community on earth. It is impossible to make a patriotic person non patriotic as no one person has had the exact same
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Realism hasve hazy contoursa hazy contour and offers only difficult choices in the new world. Globalization has three forms: economic globalization, which has become a cause for inequality among and within states. and tThe concern for global competitiveness limits the aptitude of states, and other actors and institutions to address this problem; cultural globalization, which offers either unification (also Americanization) or reaction against it, takitakesng form in a renaissance of local cultures and denunciation of an arrogant “imperialist” Western culture; political globalization, which is the preponderance of the West and its political institutions, or as Huntignton defines it- the “Davos elite” as Huntington defines it. These forms of globalization, mostly creating resistance rather that integration, it can be inferreddeduce that globalization is far from making history’s end, refuting the thought idea of a universal modern world. (Hoffman,
Introduction: The epoch of imperialism cannot be defined simply as a proliferation of inflated egos tied to the hardened opinions of nationalists, but also a multi-faceted global rivalry with roots of philosophies tainted with racism and social Darwinism. The technique of each imperialist was specific to the motivations and desires of each combative, predominantly Western power and subsequently impacted the success of each imperialist and its colonies. Driven by industrialization, Europeans are aware of the urgent need for raw materials and new markets to maintain a constant rate of expansion and wealth. Imperialism became a competition; in general, the European countries led with fervor while the non-Western regions deemed likely to be stepped on.
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This essay will argue the critical point, that Costas Douzinas does recycle, but he also updates Jeremy Bentham’s early approach to rights, by using a modern day approach to his theory. Both Bentham and Douzinas agreed that rights were created by people with power and are told that they are to protect the people without it . Rights are seen to be a tool that is implemented by the government in order to obtain further power over the everyday citizen. This can be seen when there is a protest of human rights, the everyday citizen protests non-violently, but the violence only invariably comes from the police, or the government when trying to stop these protests.
Why do we other and is there an ethical way to live with the other in an increasingly diverse world? In Cosmopolitanism: Ethics in a World of Strangers, Kwame Anthony Appiah considers otherness as coming from two interconnected concepts: first, the other are those who are not local or related to us; second, we perceive the other to have a conflicting set of values to our own. However, Appiah contends that the values between a group and an other are not significantly different. As for an ethical means of living together with the other, Appiah puts forth the concept of cosmopolitanism, which has two fundamental ideas: that we have an obligation of concern for others; and a respect for what he refers to as “legitimate difference” (Appiah: xv).
Analysing The West: Unique, Not Universal. Throughout history, Western civilization has been an emerging force behind change in foreign societies. This is the concept that is discussed in the article, the West Unique, Not Universal, written by Samuel Huntington. The author makes a very clear thesis statement and uses a variety of evidence to support it. This article has a very convincing point.
Neoliberal globalization has become an interesting challenge for the past 30 years and has brought economic disparity to both developed and undeveloped countries. Big, powerful corporations have used neoliberal ideals to gain financial control of transnational economies, and then adjusted policies to meet their best interests. For the purpose of this paper, I will discuss the state’s role in creating and maintaining inequalities. I will also discuss how neoliberalism and globalization affects the economy and promotes social inequalities around the world.
When looking at normative theories of politics, the main distinction is between cosmopolitanism and communitarianism. In this essay the term community shall refer to political communities, or more specifically, states. It is important to note that these political communities have been defined territorially, and not necessarily by culture, although this is taken for granted to an extent by communitarianism. Communitarians say that each community is different, and therefore should act accordingly with each other. In other words, state autonomy should be absolute and law and moral standards should be self-determined by the community itself alone. Furthermore, communities should have no obligations to other political communities or any sort of international law. Contrastingly, Cosmopolitans say that there should be an overriding universal moral standard to which all states (or communities) should adhere. If a state is infringing on the rights of the individual or humanity, then intervention is appropriate and just. (Steve Smith, The Globalisation of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations p. 173A)
Following the Great Recession, the world has been facing complex global transformations. Dani Rodrik’s “The Globalization Paradox: Democracy and the Future of the World Economy” portrays the challenges of the implications that our current model of globalization relies upon. Rodrik’s work reveals both the implications and connections of the relationships between markets, the states, and globalization in the currently changing world. Throughout the book, Rodrik argues the validity of five key points: markets require regulatory institutions, such institutions take on a variety of forms, societies should orient their market-supporting institutions to their own unique needs, markets that are responsive to democracy can avoid institutional convergence, and a world that is responsive to democracy will not reach full globalization. This book has made me question the long term sustainability of the already evolving economic globalization process. Rodrik explains that the process of globalization must be managed so that the entire world can benefit.
Just imagine waking up in squalor, a once prominent society, now a desolate wasteland. All because foreign interest has raped your land of its natural resources and you seen not a cent in profit. Although, globalization is unifying the worlds developed nations and is bringing commerce to nations that have struggle in past years. True, globalization has many positive effects but do the pros outweigh the cons. In this essay I will discuss Globalization ruining the integrity of many countries and also is forcing many undeveloped nations into a bind, and is causing economic distress on some developed nations. Also, due to economic globalization the nations of the world are diluting their culture, sovereignty, natural resources, safety and political system. My goal is not to change your way of thought, but only to enlighten you of the negatives of global economic expansion.
With the development of society, world becomes smaller and smaller and gradually y becomes a big family. Every people try their best to blend in this big family. The purpose of cosmopolitanism is more likely for people now to achieve. Kwame Anthony Appiah, the author of “Making Conversation and the Primacy of Practice”, not only asserts that cosmopolitanism is the name of challenge but also suggests that there are two strands that intertwine in the notions of cosmopolitanism. While on the other hand, Steve Olson, the author of “The End of Race: Hawaii and the Mixing of Peoples” provides real examples of the racial harmonious mixing and cultural appreciation among the different ethnic groups in Hawaii and he also argues that there is actually
Colonialism was a concept of superiority of one territory over another; it was a concept that originated centuries ago. Colonialism had been put into action throughout a long line of history and did not end after World War II in 1945. Even with resistance and efforts from independent states after the war, colonialism did not disappear and continued as a dominant system. It remained and changed its form, resulted in the process of globalization, which continued to control over newly independent states following World War II. Globalization, a form of colonialism, maintained power for the system over states or regions through economic terms with the development of the World Bank, and its derivation of structural adjustments. This financial institution was formed and contributed to colonialism; it assisted in the economic affairs of colonized nation(s). Along with class, professor Manfred B. Steger's book, Globalization: A Very Short Introduction, and I.B. Logan and Kidane Mengisteab's article, "IMF – World Bank Adjustment and Structural Transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa," discussed the indirect rule of colonial powers through globalization.
The liberal methodology to global economics, the ruling constrain in international undertakings today, has been upheld by this "winners and losers" theory. Consequently, globalization right now exhibits numerous issues, for example, environmental issues, loss of neighborhood jobs, extraordinary economic contrasts between countries and social classes indistinguishable, a rot of ethics, and finally, remote dependency. These are parts of life that nobody appreciates, yet they are perpetuated by the current economic fortress, liberal-extremism. This extreme type of capitalism is not helping the people of this world, and, by and large, it’s really harming them.