99 | What is Dialectics? Part VI: From Explanation to Emancipation: Roy Bhaskar’s Critical Realism
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Understanding Critical Realism and Emancipation
This chapter explores Roy Bhaskar's critical realism, emphasizing the differences between realism and empiricism while uncovering the mechanisms behind observable social phenomena. It investigates the importance of generative structures in shaping social realities and the implications for emancipatory values, particularly concerning issues like housing. The discussion connects social theory with activism, highlighting the role of scientific understanding in addressing societal dynamics and fostering genuine emancipation.
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