Spreading Cosmopolitanism Analysis

The idea of cosmopolitanism involves the recognition and understanding of different ways of life and traditions. In “Making Conversation,” philosopher Kwame Anthony Appiah wrote that if one is able to recognize and accept other cultures without judgment, then they could be considered a “citizen of the world” (68). For one to become a world wide citizen, spreading cosmopolitanism must be apart of one’s daily life. Spreading cosmopolitanism on an individual basis would be more effective than using a governmental approach. Personal action would be more likely to result in change, and would also ensure that there would be a significant impact on each nation, especially through the Peace Corps, Doctors Without Borders, and individual experiences. …show more content…
It is a challenge to connect with and understand people from different cultures. When tragedy strikes, people tend to find common ground that can bring them together; this would explain why after a tragedy occurs people are more likely to make an attempt to connect with the citizens of that particular nation, region, or area. Even with all of their possible differences, these individuals can come to the conclusion that their differences are not that significant after all. Not only is spreading cosmopolitanism on an individual basis more peaceful and effective, but it can also have a greater impact on the both the individuals spreading and receiving the idea of cosmopolitanism. “People are different, the cosmopolitan knows, and there is much to learn from our differences. Because there are so many human possibilities worth exploring, we neither expect nor desire that every person or every society should converge on a single mode of life…As we’ll see, there will be times when these two ideals—universal concern and respect for legitimate difference—clash,” (Appiah

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