The assumption is that creating more rationality contributes to creating more order, which will make society function better. ... The rush of postmodern reaction from the old modern ways of thinking has swept some people into an even more radical view than the constructivists. ... Most students of philosophy are interested in both self-knowledge and in solving social problems. Effective leadership in solving the social problems of the 21st century will require both individual and collective self-knowledge. Dealing with issues such as the rise of the postmodern era will require more than pr...

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The parties of America remained separated from each other, causing most of these movements only to function at a local level. These reformers were setting forth new ideas that attempted to solve problems related to American society and these efforts were to greatly influence the ensuing Progressive Movement. Even the radical Populists had merely a rural and providential influence and faced the continuous problem of being unable to obtain the necessary support of both political parties that they would need in order to be successful. ...

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