Undercurrents James Lindsay: How I hoaxed the ‘woke right’
Dec 6, 2024
James Lindsay, author and founder of New Discourses, discusses his bold experiment that fooled a conservative news outlet into publishing a modified Communist Manifesto. He delves into the emerging ‘woke right,’ exploring ideological conflicts within the Republican Party and how concepts of oppression intersect with conservative ideologies. Lindsay breaks down the fascinating blend of Marxism and modern conservatism and critiques the oversimplified oppressor-oppressed narrative in today's political discourse.
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The Communist Manifesto Hoax
- James Lindsay tricked a conservative outlet into publishing a modified Communist Manifesto.
- This highlighted the "woke right's" susceptibility to oppressor-oppressed narratives.
Defining Wokeness
- Wokeness is defined by seeing societal organization based on oppressor-oppressed dynamics.
- This involves collective action to seize power for one's faction.
The Woke Right Spectrum
- The "woke right" are in factions with differing fundamental beliefs.
- J.D. Vance's post-liberalism, while not fully "woke," raises concerns for Lindsay.