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Pragmatism As Anti-Authoritarianism

Book • 2021
In 'Pragmatism as Anti-Authoritarianism', Richard Rorty presents his mature philosophical views, equating pragmatism with anti-authoritarianism.

He argues that truth cannot be ascertained through non-human authority, instead advocating for intersubjective agreement and the rejection of absolute truths.

This work marks a significant development in Rorty's thought, emphasizing the importance of human cooperation and the pursuit of peace, freedom, and happiness.

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