17min chapter

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John Oakes

Team Human

CHAPTER

Politics and Ethics of Fasting

The chapter explores the political aspects of fasting, focusing on a mass fast at Quotanam and the dangers of force-feeding. It discusses the ethical implications surrounding fasting, its connection to political agency, and its role in challenging the growth-driven economy. The conversation delves into fasting as a means of resistance, spirituality, and achieving a sense of euphoria without drugs, while also examining fasting as a communal experience and a journey towards oneness.

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