Toynbee's transcendence reaction and Spengler's 2nd Religiosity
Q to Microsoft Copilot AI: Please go into further detail about Oswald Spengler's notion of Caesarism in <<The Decline of the West>> in its relation to a recurrency of blatantly draconian policy and the limits of growth. A from Microsoft Copilot AI: "Caesarism often manifests as a concentration of power in the hands of a strong leader who bypasses democratic norms and institutions. Draconian policies, characterized by their severity and harshness, can be associated with Caesarist regimes. These policies prioritize stability and control over individual freedoms. Examples of draconian measures include mass surveillance, censorship, restrictions on civil liberties, and authoritarian crackdowns. In a Caesarist system, such policies may be justified as necessary for maintaining order, but they often come at the cost of citizens’ rights and autonomy. Limits of Growth and Caesarism: Caesarism can emerge during periods of societal stress, decline, or crisis. When a civili