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Introducing LEPHT HAND: Examining Georges Bataille's "The Psychological Structure of Fascism" (Part 1)

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CHAPTER

The Dynamics of Fascism: Scapegoating and State Authority

This chapter examines the mechanisms by which fascism enforces power through the oppression of perceived 'impure' groups, reflecting on historical scapegoating methods. It also critiques traditional political frameworks by incorporating Bataille's concepts of heterogeneity and sovereignty, exploring the socio-economic factors that contribute to the ascendancy of fascist figures during times of crisis.

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