Responding To Classmates' Paragraphs On International Interv

Responding to Classmates' Paragraphs on International Intervention and Knowledge

This assignment has two parts, the first part is to respond to this ( paragraph A ) which is written by my classmate in Online discussion: paragraph A: "As I read Chapter 21 I can't help be feel an overwhelming sense of First world arrogance. Who are we to tell other how they ought to run their state. And when we [first world] do intercede, do we really have their best interests at heart? Often, when a nation sees 'that nation over there' which needs to be 'economically reorganized' it is often masked in a flavor of altruism, but at the end of the day don't the real motivations boil down to economic exploitation." And to make it easier for you, below is an example of a respond to the previous paragraph ( paragraph A ) by another classmate: "I happen to find this very mindful in the sense that it really isn't the job of a first world nation to tell another how to run their government. I do see the point in some cases though as to why it happens, because you don't want any government using its influence within it's borders to make harm within its country. It's a heavily opinionated topic nationally in the United States for sure." So as you can see in this respond, it's just a quick, easy and short respond. You just need to respond to ( paragraph A ) with your own words and opinions.

The second part of the assignment is the same of the first part (a paragraph needs your respond) but with another paragraph ( paragraph B ) which is written by another classmate: paragraph B: "Knowledge is definitely a social thing we give and receive knowledge. The moment that we feel we have Exclusive Knowledge that is the moment you forget to receive. The anecdote to this is doubt. So we should all be full of doubt? I don't see how it is possible to accomplish anything while full of doubt. If you doubt your self and what you are doing, how do you accomplish anything? You will not be sure if what you are doing is right. However If you just accept that everything you know is always correct then you will act superior. You will always believe you are right, if you don't have any doubt. So doubt is kind of necessary but in certain circumstances it is better to have confidence and believe in yourself." And to make it easier for you, below is an example of a respond to the previous paragraph ( paragraph B ) by another classmate: "I agree with you that having permanent doubt would make it hard to accomplish anything. It is often confidence in our own beliefs that inspires us and drives us to pursue causes that we believe are integrally important. This is applicable especially in cases where we become agents of social change. To me “doubt†implies a certain lack of self-confidence that may undermine our efforts; rather, I feel like a better way of preventing exclusive knowledge would be “acceptance†or at least “openness†to the opinions of others." So as you see in this respond, it's just a quick, easy and short respond. You just need to respond to ( paragraph B ) with your own words and opinions. At the end of this assignment, the length of what you wrote should be only one page or less, of two responses. I hope that's clear to you, ask me for any further clarification.

Paper For Above instruction

Responding to Paragraph A:

Paragraph A raises an important critique of the moral complexities surrounding international intervention by first world nations. I agree that there is often an undercurrent of arrogance and self-interest in such interventions, which can disguise economic motives under the guise of humanitarianism. Historically, powerful countries have used the guise of altruism to justify actions that ultimately serve their own economic interests, such as resource extraction or geopolitical dominance. Nonetheless, there are instances where intervention is genuinely motivated by humanitarian concerns and the desire to prevent suffering. The challenge lies in discerning genuine motives from self-serving ones, and fostering an ethical framework that prioritizes the well-being of the affected populations over economic incentives. It is crucial for international organizations and governments to maintain transparency and accountability to prevent exploitation disguised as aid or intervention, ensuring that actions are truly in the best interest of those impacted, rather than driven solely by economic gains.

Responding to Paragraph B:

Paragraph B discusses the delicate balance between doubt and confidence in the pursuit of knowledge and action. I agree that doubt plays a vital role in preventing intellectual arrogance and encourages openness to new ideas. Being overly confident can lead to egocentricity and the suppression of alternative viewpoints, which hampers learning and growth. On the other hand, complete doubt can paralyze decision-making and hinder progress. A nuanced approach involves maintaining a healthy sense of skepticism while also cultivating confidence in one's abilities and judgments. This balance fosters humility and continuous learning, which are essential qualities for individuals involved in social change or leadership. Embracing both doubt and confidence allows us to remain receptive to new evidence and perspectives, ultimately leading to more informed and ethical decisions.

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