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All the ideas for 'The Birth of Tragedy', 'Aquinas, Thomas' and 'The Origins of Totalitarianism'

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4 ideas

1. Philosophy / D. Nature of Philosophy / 1. Philosophy

7848	Philosophy begins in the horror and absurdity of existence [Nietzsche, by Ansell Pearson]

14. Science / A. Basis of Science / 2. Demonstration

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Demonstration provides depth of understanding and explanation (rather than foundations) [Kretzmann/Stump]

24. Political Theory / C. Ruling a State / 2. Leaders / c. Despotism

20579

Modern totalitarianism results from lack of social ties or shared goals [Arendt, by Oksala]

20580

The ideal subject for dictators is not a fanatic, but someone who can't distinguish true from false [Arendt, by Oksala]