Raymond Aron, born on March 14, 1905 and died on October 17, 1983, was a prominent French philosopher. His thoughts were deeply influenced by positivism and rationalism, mainly focusing on political philosophy, sociology, and the history of philosophy. Aron's works are extensive, including 'Introduction to Political Philosophy' and 'Liberalism and Democracy', which have had a profound impact on later generations.
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Source: The Opium of the Intellectuals
Source: The Opium of the Intellectuals
“In writing if it takes over 30 minutes to write the first two paragraphs select another subject.”
“Peace is impossible, war is improbable.”
Source: Thinking Politically: A Liberal in the Age of Ideology
“What passes for optimism is most often the effect of an intellectual error.”
Source: The Opium of the Intellectuals
“Foreknowledge of the future makes it possible to manipulate both enemies and supporters.”
“Racism is the snobbery of the poor.”
Source: Progress and Disillusion: The Dialectics of Modern Society
Source: The Opium of the Intellectuals
“Skepticism cannot be revolutionary, even though it speaks the language of revolution.”
Source: The Opium of the Intellectuals
“Political thought in France is either nostalgic or Utopian.”
Source: The Opium of the Intellectuals