Nationalists (those who support patriotism) believe that the
interests of one's own country are of primary importance. For example,
an American nationalist would consider feeding the poor and hungry in
New York City before sending money to feed the hungry in the slums of
India. Conversely, globalists place the interests of the world or human
condition above any individual nation. For example, globalists would be
more concerned about impacting world hunger as opposed to focusing on
specific local problems. Either approach may be considered patriotic or
unpatriotic depending on your perception of the matter.
To prepare for this Discussion:
- Review the article, "Globalism as the Product of Nationalism: Founding Ideology and the Erasure of the Local in Turkey."
- Review the article, "The New York Times, Norman Rockwell and the New Patriotism."
- Review the article, "In Defense of Moderate Patriotism."
- Select an issue related to global social justice, such as a tsunami or earthquake (natural disasters), genocide or apartheid (human rights), or famine, disease, and reproductive rights (health issues).
- Use the Interactive Map, "Social Justice Issues," to view the case of the Japanese internment. Consider how the Japanese internment example relates to nationalism (patriotism) and globalism.
- Consider whether a national (patriotic) or global approach would be in the best interests of social justice and select one approach that you might use to address the issue.
- Think about how the approach you selected might be perceived as patriotic or unpatriotic.
With these thoughts in mind:
Post by Thursday 1-25-18 a 500-word description of
the global issue you selected. Then share your thoughts about whether a
nationalistic (patriotic) or globalistic approach would be in the best
interests of social justice. Explain how the approach you selected may
be perceived as patriotic or unpatriotic. Justify your response using
concrete examples to support your work.
Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.