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Adam Kotsko, "Neoliberalism's Demons: On the Political Theology of Late Capital" (Stanford UP, 2018)

New Books in Critical Theory

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Understanding Neoliberalism, Heresy, and the Right's Reaction

The chapter explores how Trumpism aligns with neoliberalism and the right's response viewed through theological terms such as heresy. It discusses the complex relationship between neoliberalism, electoral democracy, and the evolving political landscape leading to closer elections and blurring party distinctions. The speaker considers how neoliberalism influences society and the challenges the left faces in the US, suggesting the need for alternative solutions beyond the existing political system.

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