What did Aron critique French intellectuals for in his book?
Praise of monarchy
Harsh criticism of capitalism and democracy
Support for feudalism
Dislike of French wine
Answer
Aron's critique of French intellectuals, as detailed in his book, stems from their fervent criticism of capitalism and democracy. He argues that these intellectuals have adopted a dogmatic stance, blindly criticizing these systems without offering viable alternatives. Aron contends that this approach is intellectually dishonest and impedes the development of a more nuanced and constructive discourse on political thought and societal progress.
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