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- Theory of IdealismAn explanation of the theory of idealism and a list of the branches of idealist theory.
- Labor Pains: Realism Vs. IdealismU.S. labor is going through a painful transition as our current economic crisis deepens. Labor has the most to lose and is fighting the hardest to keep what it has won.
- Love and Hatred of Specific Idealism Used as Justification for EvilThe structure is good and sound, and more people should incorporate it into their belief system if they haven't already...of peace, nonviolence, love of neighbor (despite their views), and unity.
- The Return of IdealismIt's time to let idealism come back into our lives. Let it remove the cynical tarnish that has dulled our dreams.
- Identity Crisis in Girish Karnad's "Tughlaq"Analysis of Girish Karnad's "Tughlaq".
- The Metaphysics of Idealism and NaturalismA comparison of two of the oldest philosophies in existence: idealism and naturalism.
- GE Moore's Refutation of IdealismMoore attacks the theme that what is real is a mind or is in the mind, and in the process seeks to refute idealism and support realism.
- About Layman IdealistLayman Idealist is a series of articles on a layman's view of the philosophy of idealism.
- Approaching MetaphysicsThis is an overview and assessment of the three schools of thought that deal with metaphysics: idealism, materialism, and naturalism.
- Philosophical Understanding of the World Through Naturalism and IdealismIn order to recognize the difference between Naturalism and Idealism, one must understand how each intertwines into the philosophical understanding of the world.
- On the Road to HellThe road to Hell is paved with good intentions.
A Choice Between Idealism and PragmatismLiberal or Conservative. Perhaps the real choice is between idealism and pragmatism.- Existentialism and Phenomenology in Response to Hegelian IdealismAn analytical essay which describes the historical development of Continental Philosophy's existentialism, and phenomenology in response to Hegelian idealism.
- Idealism Vs. RealityThere's no room for being an idealist in this day and age, and no room for being different in the U.S.A.
- Idealism and Free-Will: Believing the UnbelievableVoltairine de Cleyre, feminist, anarchist author of the early 20th century made a famous argument regarding the individual power of one's own will. My objective here is to refute this claim, and show de Cleyre's mistakes.
Reaching the Undiscovered Country with Realistic IdealismThe Idealist and Realist approaches to International Relations are both valuable analytical tools that should be carefully employed together in the creation of international foreign policy in a pragmatic fashion.
We Live Uncontrollably Today with Carnal PleasureHaving such a carnal pleasure is part of one's desire to ensue with the internal flesh hunger because the human beings, in reality, are brutes that they couldn't control their lusts, more particularly in sex drive or passion...- Evil so ExpressedA poem
- Idealisms and Political SlogansAn editorial on the idealisms and political slogans presented in political campaigns
- What the Dickens? Victorian Idealism Versus French Realism: Insight into Two Prolific AuthorsThe unfolding plot of Esther in Dickens' sentimental novel Bleak House is more revealing of Victorian mores than literary acumen. Honore de Balzac creates a dramatic story based on his own femme fatale, brimming with hedonistic desire.
- Professionalism & Idealism in the Corporate WorldProfessionalism and Idealsim are tough to live by in a cut-throat, competitive corporate world. For most, a life lived according to conscience will serve them better, than by greed. Some basics prove priceless in the end!
- Philosophy: Realists vs. Idealists vs. Anti-RealistsLearn the difference between the three philosophies on truth. Or think you learn the difference. Or accept whatever you conclude as the difference may or may not be the difference but that it's arbitrary anyway.
Berkeley's Idealist Argument from Variable PerceptionsThe philosopher George Berkeley contended that only spirit is real, that so-called matter exists only within minds. One argument he offers for his metaphysics is that matter cannot have an independent reality since it can be perceived differently.
Obama Uses Calderon to Further His IdealismThere has been an overwhelming cause for concern sweeping over America as the battle between the Democrats and the Republicans escalate over Immigration.
A Poet Ponders the IsmsA lighthearted look at contemporary ideology or idiot-ology as the case may be.- Always the IdealAt the end of the day, we only need a shoulder to rely on. Usually, it is the shoulder that feels more like our own but a little stronger.
TrustA poem of growing- IdealismA boyfriend of mine called me an idealist once, and he said it as though it were a bad word! But I don't think it's a bad thing at all. And here's why...
- Youth Empowermentthis article talks about youth empowerment.
- Subjective IdealismThis article explores some details about Subjective Idealism.
- I Once Knew a Womanyouthful idealism eventually passes
- How to Stay Positive in Such a Negative WorldPositivity is a choice of perspective, not a random result of uncontrollable events. You can foster traits of positivity within yourself through specific actions.
- Small Changes Add Up"Think global, act local" has its merits.
- Multiculturalism in America: Idealism Vs. RealismA research paper exploring just how truly multicultural the United States really is.
- Ode to the AssholeThe standpoint of someone labeled "the asshole" of a group.
- American Idealism and the Great American Spirit We Fought For is DeadDeath of American Values. As the American ideal slowly dies, I shed a tear for all those who don't see the end.
- Idealism in the Movie 300The movie 300 just came out this weekend and it was fun to watch. However, some scenes and ideas smacked of American idealism set down by the forefathers.
- Seminar: Realism and IdealismSeminar: Realism and Idealism Text: Sir Thomas More’s Utopia and Machiavelli’s The Prince
- The Edukators Chronicles German Political YouthFilms about the political youth movement don't come out very much in the USA. That's why the German export, The Edukators is such a treat. It's a statement on left vs. right politics...Idealism vs. growing up...
- A 25 Year-old's View on Why the Rest of the World Hates AmericansOur Founding Fathers believed in creating a nation unlike any other, a nation steeped in equality, individualism, idealism. But just how far has America gone to pervert the dream?