Collective Aspirational Ideal
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A Collective Aspirational Ideal is a shared ideal actively pursued by a group of individuals within a society.
- Context:
- It can (typically) embody the Shared Values, Shared Beliefs, and Shared Goals of a community or society.
- It can (typically) foster a sense of unity and purpose among group members.
- It can (often) be influenced by historical events, cultural narratives, and social dynamics within the community.
- It can range from being a Broad Collective Ideal to being a Narrow Collective Ideal.
- It can range from being a Concrete Collective Ideal to being a Abstract Collective Ideal.
- It can manifest in various forms, such as social movements, political ideologies, or cultural projects.
- It can evolve to reflect changing circumstances and emerging challenges within society.
- It can be challenged by competing aspirations or conflicting interests within the same society.
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- Example(s):
- a Collective Equality Ideal: The shared belief among a group that all individuals should be treated fairly and have equal rights and opportunities.
- a Collective Democratic Ideal: The shared principle within a society of government by the people, where citizens participate in decision-making and elect representatives.
- a Collective Freedom of Speech Ideal: The shared value within a community of the right to express opinions and ideas without censorship or restraint.
- a Collective Sustainable Development Ideal: The shared pursuit within a society of economic growth while preserving natural resources and protecting the environment.
- a Collective Racial Justice Ideal: The shared commitment within a community to eliminating racial discrimination and promoting fair treatment of all racial groups.
- a Collective Gender Equality Ideal: The shared belief within a society that men and women should have equal rights, opportunities, and treatment in all aspects of life.
- a Collective Religious Freedom Ideal: The shared value within a society of the right to practice any religion or no religion without discrimination or persecution.
- a Collective Patriotism Ideal: The shared love for and loyalty to one's country among its citizens, often associated with a willingness to defend it.
- a Collective Human Rights Ideal: The shared belief within the international community of the basic rights and freedoms believed to be entitled to all human beings, regardless of race, gender, nationality, or other factors.
- a Collective Scientific Progress Ideal: The shared pursuit within the scientific community of knowledge and understanding through scientific research and innovation.
- a Collective Environmental Ideal that is shared within a community and prioritizes sustainability, conservation, and respect for nature.
- a Collective Religious Ideal that is shared among followers of a faith tradition and embodies its core teachings and principles.
- a Collective Cultural Ideal that is shared within a cultural group and celebrates heritage, traditions, and shared identity.
- a Collective Professional Ideal that is shared within a specific field and sets standards of excellence and ethical conduct.
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- Family Ideals that are shared within a specific family, such as the Kennedy Family Ideals.hborhood.
- Organizational Ideals that are shared within a specific organization.
- National Ideals that represent the hopes, goals, and ideals of a nation.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- an Individual Aspiration, which focuses on personal goals rather than collective ones.
- a Short-Term Goal, which is more immediate and specific compared to the broader, long-term vision of a collective aspiration.
- a Conflicting Aspiration, where different groups within a society pursue incompatible goals, leading to tension and discord.
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- See: National Dream, Shared Value, Social Movement, Political Ideology, Cultural Project