This universalization of a static abstract morality has persisted because it has supported the economic base, but it becomes increasingly apparent the extent to which it has sterilized any opposition.
When abstracted, we freeze - in time and in a space unreachable - structures that are in reality emergent and in relational flux. We dissolve the dynamism present within real materially contingent structures in favor of static and inaccessible abstracts.
Let me be clear as well: The ethical thing for an American to do is be direct; say no to imperial wars. No ifs, no buts, no appeal to universals. An ethics must take into account their position within the imperial core, within the power structures, its culture hegemony and its propensity towards manufactured consent. A universal form of morality does not exist detached from this reality you reside in.
That is to say - you are a part of the system that is immoral. Your voice, as it comes from the imperial core, is inextricably connected to the conditions of imperialism and violence. When you make a statement it is thought to be words tossed into the ether, but know rather that it is a droplet in the greater cultural zeitgeist. “Both sides are bad”, as it is embedded within American hegemony, only supports the American empire. It pacifies the anti-war effort. It is in effect, immoral.
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