Resisting Government Control: Say "No!" to Totalitarianism

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TLDR Individuals must resist government control of speech and avoid becoming complicit in destructive actions in order to prevent totalitarianism.

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    Jordan Peterson has a massive following and is hated by many on the left, while other academics who share his views are not as well-known or hated but may have changed more minds on college campuses.
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    Height appeals to individuals by taking the Dale Carnegie approach, documenting the left-leaning tilt of campuses, and being reasonable.
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    To advance your career, you must negotiate from a position of strength and avoid being competent but silent.
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    To negotiate for a higher salary, you must confidently communicate your willingness to seek other job opportunities if your demands are not met, emphasizing your competence and desirability as a candidate.
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    People must resist government control of speech to prevent totalitarianism.
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    The lies and tyranny of the state are aided by the moral sacrifice of the individual, as seen in Nazi Germany and Communist States.
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    The book "Ordinary Men" tells the story of middle-aged policemen in Germany who were given the choice to participate in brutal actions during wartime and documents their transformation.
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    Don't become the person you despise by avoiding the first steps that lead you down a destructive path, and don't let the government regulate your speech, regardless of their compassionate intentions.

Q&A

  • How can I negotiate for a higher salary?

    — To negotiate for a higher salary, you must confidently communicate your willingness to seek other job opportunities if your demands are not met and present yourself as a highly competent candidate.

  • Why is it important to say "no" in negotiations?

    — It is crucial to have the ability to say "no" and refuse to do something in negotiations to assert your boundaries and protect your interests.

  • What does the speaker refuse to let the government do?

    — The speaker refuses to let the government regulate their speech, even if it means facing legal consequences.

  • Why should people refuse to allow government control of speech?

    — People must refuse to allow the government to control their speech to prevent the rise of totalitarianism, where individuals surrender their thoughts and freedoms to the state.

  • What is the key idea of the video?

    — The key idea of the video is that individuals must resist government control of speech and avoid becoming complicit in destructive actions to prevent totalitarianism.

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