Critiques of Modernity and Liberal Ideology: Marcuse and Habermas
Herbert Marcuse's concept of One-Dimensional Man critiques capitalism's impact on human freedom and alienation in Western society. Marcuse emphasizes awakening individuals to their alienation to ignite their urge for freedom. Jurgen Habermas, in contrast, focuses on rational critique rooted in human
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Understanding Critical Theory in International Relations: A Deep Dive
Critical theory in IR since the mid-1980s challenges traditional views by emphasizing culture, ideology, and societal structures over objective truths. This approach questions the relationship between theory and practice, highlighting issues of inequality beyond just class, including race, ethnicity
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Habermas, the Public Sphere, and Democracy: A Critical Intervention
Explore the critical analysis of Habermas's concept of the public sphere, democracy, and the structural transformation of communication in society. Discussing the origins within the Frankfurt School, this intervention delves into the idealized model of democratic debate and the challenges posed by a
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