• zarkanian@sh.itjust.works
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    5 months ago

    What’s the praxis here? I think the word you’re looking for here is “pragmatism”; those aren’t the same things.

    • agamemnonymous@sh.itjust.works
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      5 months ago

      I am aware. Praxis is the synthesis of theory and action, as distinct from pure idealism divorced from any actual action. Pragmatism is a guiding principle in choosing what actions to take, prioritizing behavior that has tangible results over fruitless ones.

      I can see why you would think I’m conflating the two since I am advocating praxis specifically founded on pragmatism. However, I’m also generally advocating any form of praxis, pragmatic or not, over just empty both-sides complaining.