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James Buchan

The world dominion of western thought, forms of organisation, technology and military force is not God-given, nor eternal, nor greatly appreciated by the rest of the world.

James Buchan

Technology

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Western ideas, systems, technology, and military power have become dominant globally through human actions rather than any divine right or permanent fate. Additionally, many people around the world do not fully value or accept this dominance.

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