On this page we will try to identify and critique pervasive but largely unexamined premises of our own worldview (both as individuals and in our broader dominant culture). The idea is first to develop a list of things that seem (to us) to be self evident -- don't worry initially about apparently conflicting statements (although you may want to raise questions or seek clarification about what a particular statement means). As we develop these lists, we will begin to delve deeper into the origins and consequences of our beliefs. Ultimately, our goal will be to develop methods and strategies that at once embraces and transcends the diversity of our beliefs and aspirations. This is a tall task, in a rather unfamiliar environment -- Sapere audere!

 
IMMANENT CRITIQUE

List I: Things that seem self-evident to me as individual...

 Everyone has and individual opinion and is entitled to that opinon but should not act on that opinon without questioning why they feel that way and making an effort to understanf and respect the opinons and belief of others.

List II: Core beliefs that seem foundational to our (U.S.A.) culture...

Freedom to do what we please without being forced to contemplate the overal impact of our desicions.

COMMUNICATIVE ACTION

List III: Ways to overcome obstacles to sustainable relationships between people and the environnment