Part 3/9:
A Deeper Dive into the Philosophical Underpinnings
Dr. Miller introduces the concept of the "Straussian moment," a term referring to significant shifts in understanding brought on by Peter Thiel's pivotal essay. Thiel's work analyzes the modernity era, urging reconsideration of themes suppressed after the West's embrace of liberalism, particularly after 9/11. He highlights how such events remind us that ideological lines are often drawn not just economically, but also existentially, with real-world implications for how societies function and clash.