Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 3, Discourse on Inequality

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Send us a text Welcome to Beyond the Text: Thinkers, where we delve deep into philosophical ideas. In this episode, we explore Jean-Jacques Rousseau's Second Discourse and his Discourse on Inequality. In the first part, we examine the allure and perils of freedom, cautioning against its unbridled pursuit as Rousseau likens it to intoxicating elements. Explore his unique stance on democracy and vision for a just society, critiquing contemporary society and advocating for a return to a simpler...