Distinguishing Between False And True Intellectuals: An Examination Of American Intellectuals During World War

Abstract

This paper examines the perspectives of American intellectuals during World War One, specifically their attitudes towards U.S. involvement in the European conflict. The primary objective is to evaluate their reliability and trustworthiness. To accomplish this, the study adopts Jean Paul Sartre's theory of True and False Intellectuals, as outlined in his work Plaidoyer pour les Intellectuels. The theory is applied to analyze the positions and responses of certain American intellectuals in relation to the war. The research ultimately aims to enable readers to differentiate between True and False Intellectuals, particularly in times of war.