TRADITIONAL AND CRITICAL THEORY
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Max Horkheimer's "Traditional and Critical Theory" is a seminal work in critical theory, contrasting traditional and critical approaches to social analysis.
Horkheimer argues that traditional theory is limited by its acceptance of the existing social order, while critical theory seeks to expose and challenge its inherent contradictions.
The essay explores the limitations of positivism and the need for a more self-reflective and transformative approach to understanding society.
Horkheimer's work emphasizes the interconnectedness of theory and practice, arguing that critical theory must be actively engaged in the struggle for social change.
His ideas have profoundly influenced subsequent generations of critical theorists and activists.
Horkheimer argues that traditional theory is limited by its acceptance of the existing social order, while critical theory seeks to expose and challenge its inherent contradictions.
The essay explores the limitations of positivism and the need for a more self-reflective and transformative approach to understanding society.
Horkheimer's work emphasizes the interconnectedness of theory and practice, arguing that critical theory must be actively engaged in the struggle for social change.
His ideas have profoundly influenced subsequent generations of critical theorists and activists.
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