An Influential Western World:
The Repercussions of Globalization
With the advances of political affairs and the constantly growing ability to share perceptions, theories and views between nations, globalization has clearly become one of the largest and most essential concerns, as it is yet to be fully utilized by mankind. With the assumption the mankind’s growth with regards to global affairs remains at the same rate, it is a relatively secure assumption that globalization will, in the near future crumble, and become nothing more than an optimistic idea. This assumption is based on the worldwide events of today’s generation, and the seemingly growing rate of international conflicts and disasters. Such conflicts and disasters include the both political and militaristic clash between Russia and Ukraine; a quarrel that has drawn the attention of the entire world, and has thusly warranted the interference of other countries including the United States of America. "’It is up to Russia to act responsibly and show itself once again to be willing to abide by international norms and...if it fails to do so, there will be some costs.’" (Barack Obama - 2014). This example only enforces the theory that globalization will at some point crumble, as international relations only deter due to conflicts erected by selfishness - a trait engraved in human nature since the beginning of recorded history. Therefore, to be ‘blunt’, it is almost inevitable that mankind’s sense of globalization will be obliterated through the test of time, due to our essential need for self acquisition and wealth resulting in the decay of international relations.
The following includes a link which directs you to an interview regarding the forethoughts of Political Affairs and Globalization.
Above is the logo for the United Nations - A
leader in terms of attempted globalization.
Works Cited
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Youtube. Youtube Team, n.d. Web. 16 June 2014.
Wikipedia. Wikipedia Team, n.d. Web. 16 June 2014.
By : Sierra Canali
I have to disagree with what you are saying here. I noticed that you believe that Globalization, or growth and expansion throughout the world, will ultimately fail because of the terrible crises that occur throughout the world and because of the ultimate greed of men. Basically you are saying that Globalization will fail because of this but I think that it will thrive. In times of trouble people often strive for a better world and connection throughout the world. The simple working class person becomes involved because the motivation for people to become involved does not always come out of greed. Globalization unites people through crisis as people have a desire to help, be compassionate and solve problems. Most response is created by media coverage of world issues, it informs people as to the plights of others and motivates people to join a cause. I wonder, though, even if everyone was greedy and in search of power, isn’t globalization still beneficial? If the world is connected isn’t it then all ready for the taking as one package? For example, enterprises that expand to many different countries are going to make more and thrive off of multiple country’s people. I also think that globalization could be a solution to many of the problems we have instead of something that gets lost because of them. If the world is connected socially, economically and culturally doesn't that give us an understanding of one another? When countries are dependant on each other, their success is intertwined. When countries understand each other it leaves less room for conflict. Is it really inevitable that globalization fails or do we just have to utilize it properly to prevent its collapse?
ReplyDeleteWhile there is some truth to the topic that you are arguing, there is underlying things that pertain to the fact of globalization that I feel will be able to benefit this idea, and may lead it to grow in the future. Yes, there are many terrible events that occur between countries throughout the world, but there are also many countries that are part of different organizations to be there and help when the needs demand it. That would not be possible without the idea of globalization and how interconnected it has made countries around the world today.
ReplyDeleteWalking through the grocery store, you can see the variety of different foods from around the world that would not be available otherwise. If you need to call your telephone service, it is more than likely that the person you are talking to is on a different continent completely. Without the foundation of globalization, the worldwide programs that have been put in place by countries that are very connected would not occur, there wouldn't be countries ready for fight, or peace keep, or ready to hop on a plane at moments notice to fly halfway across the world to help with a natural disaster. The international community has become more interconnected and interdependent in the economy, cultural factors and environmental problems in the past 30-40 years than it has ever before. And that statement is on the rise everyday. The world seems to be growing more and more as one, to become a "global village" and that seems to be a good thing. When a conflict arises between two countries, some 15 countries are right behind ready to intervene were tensions to go rampant. I will admit, the topic of globalization could be handled differently, better in some areas when dealing with certain issues and conflicts, but for the most part where would we be without it is the main question. When one country is successful with someone, so are the other countries that were there for support during that difficult time. The topic of globalization is a difficult one to grasp in some areas because it is so diverse with what it deals with, but I feel that the future of globalization could be a positive one, due to the success of countries so far. Something making it more successful would be if more countries were on board with the rules of it, making more world connections and a smoother transition into the future of "our global village".
Though I do agree with you on the fact that globalization is a negative aspect plaguing the world at this point in time, I disagree with the idea that it is to fall. Firstly, you claim that there is a "seemingly growing rate of international conflicts and disasters" within the world, but I can argue that these problems have been present throughout all aspects of recent history, not only just the Ukraine and Russian clash, but the entire aspect of the Vietnam War, WWII, and the recent war in Iraq. Secondly, your post leads to the idea that globally developed countries at the top right now actually care about what their actions are doing to impact the world. If you look at the U.S. to this very day, look at everything the government does in order to hide what they do with developing countries; it is no secret that they have resorted to using the labour of people in developing countries in order to create a larger and faster profit for themselves. They lack any empathy to what they are doing that the global economy, and I do not think that is about to change anytime soon while they are still making money. Finally, I feel that your quote, "It is up to Russia to act responsibly and show itself once again to be willing to abide by international norms and...if it fails to do so, there will be some costs," is not consistent with the concept of globalization collapsing. The quote doesn't hold enough information to support the failure of globalization that has survived 30+ years already, and the I believe the 'costs' Obama is speaking about is more along the lines of a possible international uproar, not an economic collapse as large as you claim is 'inevitable'.
ReplyDeleteMy opinion is that yes, globalization SHOULD collapse, but I have doubts that with the way the world is running right now and the crisis's we are already facing, we can't afford to watch it fall. Globalization has a massive amount of damaging issues with it, but the world is in such a fragile state now that it can't afford a change and collapse that large, and I believe that will hold it here for a long while longer. Eventually, I do support you that it will collapse, though; that part is inevitable.
You support your argument that globalization will eventually be the root cause of a global downfall, from mostly an economic standpoint, but it all honesty I have to disagree that globalization has had a negative effect on the current crisis occuring between Russia and Ukraine. Globalization from my understanding of the concept can most easily be described as a sharing of ideas, industry and resources between countries that don't necessarily neighbour on the map; this allows for incredibly important trade agreements, treaties and alliances to be developed and furthermore honored. The Ukranian government and furthermore the people in Ukraine have been put in a very undesireable situation by the Russian military and government. With threats of attack within in their countries and 40,000 troops lined up at their border Ukraine is left with little to no options that will leave their people unharmed. Through globalization based organizations and alliances, many western countries are voicing their support to the Ukraine, through sanctions of Russian corporations, these sanctions made possible because globalization allows for trade between countries all over the world. The biggest and most successful example of globalization in todays world is the European Union, a union in which Ukraine has been struggling to become a part of for the last 15 years. With Ukranian industry and independance dwindling under the tight and hostile grip of the Russian advances, the EU has offered a way out for the Ukraine, the economic and political stability that the EU offers to all of it's member countries. So I have to argue the exact opposite with you, globaliztion has not contributed negatively to the crisis in Ukraine but that it is exactly what the Ukraine needs in order to get back on it's feet and work towards a more stable future.
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