Ideologies of globalization - bespren Flashcards
claim 1
globalization is about the liberalization and global integration of markets
claim 2
globalization is inevitable and irreversible
claim 3
nobody is in charge of globalization
claim 4
globalization benefits everyone (… in the long run)
claim 5
globalization furthers the spread of democracy in the world
claim 6
globalization requires a global war on terror
Globalization is primarily driven by the liberalization and integration of markets across the world, often guided by neoliberal ideologies.
claim 1: globalization is about the liberalization and global integration of markets
The process of globalization is seen as a natural, inevitable force unfolding at an increasing pace, making its reversal highly unlikely.
claim 2: globalization is inevitable and irreversible
No single entity or group actively steers globalization; it emerges from the complex interplay of market forces, technological advancements, and social interactions.
claim 3: nobody is in charge of globalization
Proponents argue that globalization ultimately benefits everyone, leading to economic growth, development, and increased opportunities for all nations and individuals.
claim 4: globalization benefits everyone (… in the long run)
Global interconnectedness creates vulnerabilities to transnational threats like terrorism; addressing these necessitates collaboration and a unified global response, often framed as a “war on terror.”
claim 6: globalization requires a global war on terror
The spread of global markets and interconnectivity, it is claimed, fosters the proliferation of democratic values and institutions across the world.
claim 5: globalization furthers the spread of democracy in the world
Anglo-American conservatism
neoconservatism
neoconservatism
Anglo-American conservatism
episodic dislocations
- mass unemployment
- reduced social services
mass unemployment and reduced social services
episodic dislocations
democracy plays a significant role in…
- liberalism
- conservatism
- socialism
- represents a belief in free markets and a small state
- peculiar variant of conservatism
Thatcherism
- process and means to an end
- devolves political and economic power from the hands of elite minorities to the masses
popular democracy
- represents an elitist and regimented model of ‘low intensity’ or ‘formal’ market democracy
- not only limit democratic participation to voting in elections, but also require that those elected be insulated from popular pressure, so that they may ‘govern effectively’
polyarchy
- commitment to the global democracy
- peace and security vision for the world
Third Pillar
Meant to signify a broad campaign against terrorism and terrorist organizations, primarily focusing on militant Islamist groups like al-Qaeda
War on Terror
Thomas Barnett’s breakdown of the globe in three distinct region
- Functioning Core or Core
- Non-Integrating Gap or Gap
- Seams States
globalization thick with network connectivity, financial transactions, liberal media flows, and collective security
Functioning Core or Core