– Background:
– Western values spread globally due to colonialism and post-colonial dominance.
– Some opposition to Western values exists, leading to a search for alternatives in some countries.
– Western values are argued to have supported non-Western peoples’ pursuit of human rights.
– The World Wars prompted introspection on the application of Western values.
– Global institutions like the United Nations were founded on Western values post-World War II.
– Reception:
– Debate surrounds the universal applicability of Western values.
– Non-Western nations rising have opposed certain Western values.
– Western values contrast with Asian values emphasizing communitarianism and deference to authority.
– Immigration to the West has sparked scrutiny due to perceived value incompatibility.
– Some support immigration based on multiculturalism.
– See also:
– European values and Asian values are often contrasted with Western values.
– Anti-Western sentiment is a related topic of discussion.
– References:
– Various scholars have explored the concept of Western values in international relations.
– The impact of Western values on human rights and democracy has been widely discussed.
– The globalization of sports has played a role in disseminating Western values worldwide.
– Additional sources:
– Books and articles delve into the historical, cultural, and philosophical aspects of Western values.
– The decline of Western values’ influence and the potential shift to a post-Western era are topics of interest.
"Western values" are a set of values strongly associated with the West which generally posit the importance of an individualistic culture. Originally, they are often seen as related to Judeo-Christian values, although since the 20th century are generally associated with other sociopolitical aspects of the West, such as free-market capitalism, feminism, liberal democracy and the legacy of the sexual revolution.
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