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Exceptionalism is the perception or belief that a species, country, society, institution, movement, individual, or time period is "exceptional" (i.e., unusual or extraordinary). The term carries the implication, whether or not specified, that the referent is superior in some way. Although the idea appears to … See more
The German romantic philosopher-historians, especially Johann Gottfried Herder (1744–1803) and Johann Gottlieb Fichte (1762–1814), dwelt on the theme of uniqueness in the … See more
Use of the term "HIV exceptionalism" implies that AIDS is a contagious disease that is or should be treated differently from other contagions or entails benefits not available to those … See more
Belief in exceptionalism can represent erroneous thought analogous to historicism in that it overemphasizes peculiarities in an … See more
J. Bradford DeLong has used the term "exceptionalism" to describe the economic growth of post-World War II Western Europe See more
Instances of exceptionalism:
• American exceptionalism (United States of America)
• See more• Greg Grandin, "The Strange Career of American Exceptionalism", The Nation, January 2/9, 2017, pp. 22–27. See more
Wikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license WEBAmerican exceptionalism, idea that the United States of America is a unique and even morally superior country for historical, ideological, or religious reasons. Proponents of American exceptionalism generally pair …
WEBFeb 28, 2017 · How did America become exceptional in its democracy, power, and global role? This article traces the historical origins and current challenges of American exceptionalism, and explores its connection …