Media, Legitimacy, and Political Complexity

This chapter analyzes the selective portrayal of political figures by Western media, using examples like Juan Guaido and foreign influences in Romanian elections. It critiques the inconsistent definitions of legitimacy in global politics, especially concerning non-Western entities and rising anti-colonial sentiments. The discussion extends to the contradictions in right-wing populism, the challenges facing leftist movements, and the need for a deeper critique of capitalism amidst shifting ideological landscapes.