Paul Virilio - Speed and Politics
Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour
The Interplay of Stimulants, Time, and Power
This chapter explores the historical and sociocultural significance of amphetamines and methamphetamines, linking their use in fascist regimes to broader themes of speed and labor. It investigates how stimulants have influenced societal structures, gender roles, and class divisions in the context of capitalism.
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