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AuctoritasOf the man who possesses this authority he remarks, 'the pure power of command, the almost mystical power and auctoritas inherent in one who had the function and quality of Leader: a leader in the religious and warrior order as well as in the order of the patrician family, the gens.' This is not to be confused with blind obedience to a superior—but is the recognition of the primacy of authority in socio-political affairs.In the late 20th century, the populace of the United States became increasingly suspicious of authority (both as a consequence of the war, and as an inevitable evolution of democratic government). Politicians became to be viewed as civil servants; the police as a necessary evil; military leaders as stooges for the politicians, teachers as babysitters, etc. The books and films of this period often have anti-establishment themes (see V for Vendetta, Taps, or better yet, Over the Edge). Even children’s literature of the late 20th century is characterized by a cynical rejection of authority and an embrace of rebellion (see Catcher in the Rye, The Chocolate War, The Giver). The young man is repeatedly reminded through negative example that those in power have no real sanction or legitimacy. Far be it from me to suggest that we should return to an age of unquestioning obedience, but we must ask ourselves what happens in an age where no one is “in charge?”
05 04 08 - 13:14
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