On Revolutions | Clarissa's Blog
There were also some good changes in Zimbabwe, in that even though the majority population only became marginally better off materially, they are happier and more relaxed in the new Zimbabwe. But so far as the ruling class goes, it is clear they just wanted to emulate the colonials as closely as possible. Also they do this rather crassly and chaotically. The tone is lowered.
The understanding of what it is to rule is missing. Even in the new Australian government, it is seen as an opportunity to exploit, but this is very modern and immature. To create an environment where others can express their potentials should be the purpose of ruling. But it is not good enough to run things mechanically. You need to have an understanding of organic life and how that fluctuates, so that you can make adjustments for it. No use brutalising people because they don’t come up to your expectations. So many radical liberals do, however, do this, both from the bottom of the hierarchy and from the top. And right wingers who have no experience in leadership, but only in opposition do it as well. Being masterful is an art. The white colonials largely had that disposition, whereas the current incumbents do not.
There were also some good changes in Zimbabwe, in that even though the majority population only became marginally better off materially, they are happier and more relaxed in the new Zimbabwe. But so far as the ruling class goes, it is clear they just wanted to emulate the colonials as closely as possible. Also they do this rather crassly and chaotically. The tone is lowered.
The understanding of what it is to rule is missing. Even in the new Australian government, it is seen as an opportunity to exploit, but this is very modern and immature. To create an environment where others can express their potentials should be the purpose of ruling. But it is not good enough to run things mechanically. You need to have an understanding of organic life and how that fluctuates, so that you can make adjustments for it. No use brutalising people because they don’t come up to your expectations. So many radical liberals do, however, do this, both from the bottom of the hierarchy and from the top. And right wingers who have no experience in leadership, but only in opposition do it as well. Being masterful is an art. The white colonials largely had that disposition, whereas the current incumbents do not.
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