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Slavoj Žižek: Trump is a liberal fetish

UnHerd with Freddie Sayers

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Distorted Paternal Symbols and Cultural Commentary

This chapter examines political figures as distorted paternal symbols, drawing parallels between contemporary leaders and historical authoritarian figures. It critiques the absurdities of their cultural roles, the influence of past movements on today's populism, and the intricacies of labor dynamics in a capitalist society.

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