Thursday, March 3, 2011

Karl Pearson "Social Darwinism: Imperialism Justified by Nature"

Thesis: In his work, “Social Darwinism: Imperialism Justified by Nature,” Karl Pearson uses the scientific theory of social Darwinism to justify the subjugation of certain nations in the name of evolutionary development.

I. History proves that certain races better than others

II. While immediate destruction of one race is seen as bad, it eventually leads to a better humanity (ex: Native Americans in America)

III. Without struggle, man will stagnate in his evolutionary progress

IV. Nations must now put forth their sharpest minds to protect their future

V. While this struggle seems cruel, it is necessary for any development

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