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Preoccupation with historical symbolism
Incidence
Excessive attention to historical symbolism is notably evident in show trials of historical figures such as that proposed for Erich Honeker of east Germany. This can only lead to unfairness to the individual on trial.
Broader
Historically determined concerns
Reduces
Historical rootlessness
Reduction in symbolic celebrations
Related
Symbol system failure
Superstitious symbolic acts
Modern disruption of traditional symbol systems
This problem is a member of 2 aggravating loops
Aggravates
Misrepresentation of historical persons
[in 1 loop]
Biased and inaccurate history textbooks
Abusive exploitation of cultural heritage
[in 1 loop]
Aggravated by
Unpardonable historical events
Strategy(ies)
Focusing on historical symbolism
Value(s)
Preoccupation
Type
(F) Fuzzy exceptional problems