These are general posts that don’t fit into other categories.
I would define dystopia as a society where oppression is multifaceted, in which a tyrant or tyrannical ruling class instills fear in their subjects and exploits them for the benefit of a ruling elite, and the subjects have no sense of privacy, property, or freedom and above all a feeling Continue reading
Utopia, meaning no place, is “a place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions.” If I was in charge, my utopia would be very simple. I still believe a government and some rules would still need to be in place, but they do not have to be Continue reading
At the beginning of the semester I defined a dystopia as “A society that involves social and governmental oppression, causing severe injustice and lack of freedom. ” Now that I have gone through the course and learned so much, I still believe that the previous definition of a dystopia applies. Continue reading
In my ideal society, healthcare is the foundation of a utopian framework that prioritizes universal access, preventative focus, holistic approaches, technological integration, equity, diversity, ethical standards, and environmental sustainability. Ensuring universal access means that all people, no matter their financial situation, can easily obtain complete healthcare services that are financed Continue reading
A utopia is an imagined place that is perceived as perfect. Since humans are imperfect beings, a true utopia where everything is perfect is not feasible. Still, within the realm of perception, a utopic society would address all of the problems that plague our society and lead to all the Continue reading
Dystopia and utopia represent polar opposites in societal visions. A dystopia is characterized by oppression, inequality, and suffering, often governed by totalitarian regimes, environmental degradation, and societal decay. In contrast, a utopia embodies harmony, equality, and prosperity, with just governance, sustainable practices, and societal well-being. In most dystopian societies citizens Continue reading
Panopticism is described as a system in which the belief that we are being watched forces us to behave properly. This is a concept created by French philosopher, Michel Foucault based on the panopticon, created by English philosopher Jeremy Bentham to demonstrate how the concept of surveillance can alter the Continue reading
The Panopticon is represented in our society by the everlasting nature of the internet. The internet, in a way, sees all and remembers all. At all times, there is a chance that someone might record you and that image or video will live on forever on the internet. One is Continue reading
The Panopticon was an ideal prison where all prisoners are within view of the guards; however, the guards are not within view of the prisoners. This creates the illusion of being surveilled 24/7 by the prisoners. They never know when someone is watching, so they behave in a proper manner Continue reading
Pan is a concept introduced by Michael Foucault and what he describes it as individuals who regulate their behavior due to the perception of being watched or under constant surveillance. One way this has been embedded in our society is through social media and constant surveillance through technology. Many surveillance Continue reading
