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Dr. Strangetrump

Published January 11, 2026, 09:13
Dr. Strangetrump

The article explores the question of what shapes people's views and behavior: society or the individual. The author rejects the idea of authoritarian regimes and advocates for a free society with accountable leaders. However, they wonder what happens when a leader behaves autocratically and institutions fail to control them, as happened in the US with Trump. The author examines social determinism, i.e., the influence of social structures on people's beliefs and behavior, but argues that this undermines individuality and the ability to act independently. They point out that modern societies are not isolated and that people have the ability to form their own opinions, despite social pressures. Finally, they wonder what leads some to find logic in authoritarian behavior and military action.