
TPS164 NO POLITICS BUT CLASS POLITICS | Walter Benn Michaels, Adolph Reed jr #TPSRaceReckoning
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Racial Politics and Class Struggle
This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between race politics and class dynamics in modern society, critiquing the limitations of race-based initiatives in addressing economic inequality. It discusses the historical context of anti-discrimination measures and their alignment with elite interests, often overshadowing broader class struggles in the process. Through reflections on past and present movements, the chapter advocates for a more nuanced understanding that intertwines racial and class issues in the fight for social justice.
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