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Jordan S. Carroll, "Speculative Whiteness: Science Fiction and the Alt-Right" (U Minnesota Press, 2024)

New Books in Critical Theory

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The Intersection of Whiteness and Science Fiction in Contemporary Politics

This chapter examines the intricate ties between whiteness and science fiction, particularly against a backdrop of recent political developments. It highlights how current narratives are influenced by alt-right ideologies and figures like Elon Musk, while also addressing the implications of speculative eugenics in modern elitist politics.

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