The normalization of cruelty results in widespread moral decay from "summary" of The Origins of Totalitarianism by Hannah Arendt
The normalization of cruelty is a phenomenon that can have far-reaching consequences on society. When acts of cruelty become accepted as a part of everyday life, it starts to erode the moral fabric of a community. In such a society, people gradually become desensitized to violence and inhumanity, leading to a general decline in empathy and compassion. This erosion of moral values can have a cascading effect, impacting various aspects of social life. As cruelty becomes normalized, individuals may start to justify or rationalize acts of violence, discrimination, or oppression. They may even participate in such acts themselves, under the belief that it is acceptable or necessary. This normalization of cruelty can create a culture of fear and mistrust, where individuals are pitted against each other, and solida...
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