Historical Impacts of the Frankfurt School and Jewish Policies in Russia

This chapter explores the historical influences of the Frankfurt School on societal perceptions of mental illness, particularly related to 'The Authoritarian Personality'. It discusses the establishment of commissions addressing the 'Jewish question' in 19th-century Russia and the tensions surrounding Jewish integration amid anti-Semitic sentiments. The narrative reveals the complexities of governance, societal attitudes, and the evolution of Jewish immigration in response to restrictive policies and pogroms.