Why Is There a Gap Between France’s Cultural Grandeur and the Quality of Civic Behavior?

France is widely regarded as a global cultural powerhouse, owing to its rich artistic heritage, storied history, and intellectual tradition. The nation invests heavily in education and culture as key pillars of its identity. In 2022, educational spending accounted for 5.3% of France’s GDP, surpassing the European Union average of approximately 4.8% (Eurostat, 2023). Similarly, … Continue reading Why Is There a Gap Between France’s Cultural Grandeur and the Quality of Civic Behavior? →

Human Nature and Cultural Conflict: A Philosophical Perspective on Social Challenges in France

In Eastern philosophy, the dichotomy between the innate goodness or malevolence of human nature forms a central framework for analyzing social behavior. Confucian thought upholds the idea of a fundamentally good human nature. For instance, Mencius asserts that "every person has a heart that cannot bear the suffering of others," suggesting an inherent inclination toward … Continue reading Human Nature and Cultural Conflict: A Philosophical Perspective on Social Challenges in France →

From Sun Yat-sen’s Ideology to a Comparative Social Thought Analysis: Taiwan and France

The intellectual legacies of Sun Yat-sen and Émile Durkheim, though emerging from distinct historical and cultural contexts, offer complementary frameworks for understanding the underpinnings of societal stability and progress. Sun Yat-sen’s Three Principles of the People—nationalism, democracy, and social welfare—provided the ideological foundation for overthrowing the Qing Dynasty and establishing the Republic of China, an … Continue reading From Sun Yat-sen’s Ideology to a Comparative Social Thought Analysis: Taiwan and France →

Economic and Social Transformations in France: A Behavioral and Structural Analysis

France is grappling with profound cultural and economic challenges that reveal deep-seated structural imbalances undermining its stability and competitiveness. From the 2015 terrorist attacks at Charlie Hebdo and the Bataclan to ongoing migratory tensions and the passing of influential figures like Le Pen, these events highlight a nation struggling to adapt to a rapidly changing … Continue reading Economic and Social Transformations in France: A Behavioral and Structural Analysis →