Prominent Leftist Thinkers

It is challenging to identify a single most influential thinker among modern-day leftists, as there are diverse perspectives and a range of influential figures within the leftist intellectual tradition. The left encompasses a wide spectrum of ideologies, including socialism, Marxism, anarchism, feminism, and various forms of critical theory.

That said, several thinkers have had significant influence on modern-day leftists and their ideas. Some prominent figures include:

1. Karl Marx: Marx's ideas on class struggle, capitalism, and socialism have been foundational for leftist thought. His works, such as "The Communist Manifesto" and "Capital," continue to shape the understanding of economic and social inequality.

2. Michel Foucault: Foucault's work on power, knowledge, and the construction of social institutions has been influential among leftists. His ideas have been applied to understanding various forms of oppression and social control.

The Dark Triad

The dark triad is a fascinating and complex phenomenon that has captured the attention of psychologists and the public alike. It refers to three personality traits that are often associated with negative outcomes and unethical behavior: narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy.

Narcissism is characterized by a grandiose sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy for others, and a need for admiration and attention. Machiavellianism is characterized by a manipulative and exploitative approach to relationships and a willingness to use others for personal gain. Psychopathy is characterized by a lack of empathy, impulsivity, and a disregard for social norms and moral principles.

The Budapest Gambit

 

The Budapest Gambit is a chess opening that starts with the moves 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e5. It is a relatively uncommon opening, but it can be a tricky surprise weapon for black to use against white.

The Budapest Gambit is a gambit because black offers a pawn on move two with the idea of gaining rapid development and attacking chances in return. White can either accept the gambit pawn with 3.dxe5 or decline it with 3.Nf3. If white accepts the gambit, black will gain a lead in development and try to use their lead in piece activity to create threats against white's position. If white declines the gambit, black will have a more solid position and will try to use their active pawn structure to gain control of the center of the board.

English

The story of English's evolution is complex, with roots extending back to the pre-Roman period, where the original inhabitants of the British Isles spoke Celtic languages.

With the arrival of the Romans in the first century AD, Latin became the language of administration, trade, and education in Britain. The influence of Latin on the British Isles was significant and lasted for centuries, with Latin words continuing to be used in English even today.

The influence of Celtic languages, however, did not disappear with the arrival of the Romans. In fact, many words in English have Celtic roots, such as "crag," "bog," and "loch," to name a few. These words have been a part of English's evolution since the beginning and continue to shape the language today.

Dr. Victor Davis Hanson

Victor Davis Hanson is an American classicist, historian, and commentator born on September 5, 1953, in Fowler, California, United States. He grew up on a farm in the Central Valley of California and attended the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he graduated with a B.A. in Classics in 1975. Hanson then received his Ph.D. in Classics from Stanford University in 1980.

Throughout his academic career, Hanson has written extensively on ancient Greek and Roman history, military history, and contemporary politics. He has authored or edited more than two dozen books, including "The Western Way of War: Infantry Battle in Classical Greece" (1989), "The Soul of Battle: From Ancient Times to the Present Day, How Three Great Liberators Vanquished Tyranny" (1999), and "Mexifornia: A State of Becoming" (2003).