Nationalism and tribalism are threats to an open society from "summary" of The Open Society and Its Enemies by Karl Raimund Popper
Nationalism and tribalism are dangerous ideologies that can pose a serious threat to the principles of an open society. These ideologies are rooted in the belief that one's own nation or tribe is superior to others, leading to feelings of superiority, exclusion, and a lack of empathy towards those who are perceived as different. Nationalism, in particular, emphasizes the importance of loyalty to one's nation above all else, often at the expense of individual rights and freedoms. This can result in the suppression of dissent, the erosion of democratic institutions, and the justification of violence towards those who do not conform to the nationalist ideology. Similarly, tribalism promotes a sense of belonging and identity within a particular group, but at the cost of alienating those who do not belong to the tribe. This can lead to divi...
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