The Power of Rationality
John Ralston Saul explores the concept of the nation state and its structure, highlighting the influence of Rishelier in creating modern approaches towards secret services and power. He draws parallels between the rational approach of the Inquisition and the formation of nation states. The discussion delves into the intriguing contradictions of Robert McNamara, who, despite his intentions, often achieved the opposite of what he intended, making him a fascinating figure in the 20th century.In this clip
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John Ralston Saul on Reason, Elites, and Voltaire's Bastards
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