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Demarcation and Demystification by J. Moufawad-Paul

Red Menace

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Theory vs Philosophy: Understanding the Distinction

This chapter explores the difference between theory and philosophy, highlighting how theory explains reality from a given perspective while philosophy seeks to clarify meaning and debate. The speakers emphasize the importance of recognizing when one is doing philosophy and distinguish it from theoretical claims. They also delve into the historical materialist account of how philosophers are canonized and how this adds a layer of analysis to understanding the reproduction of capital.

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