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New Books in Critical Theory
Samuel Clowes Huneke, "A Queer Theory of the State" (Floating Opera Press, 2023)
Nov 27, 2023
Samuel Clowes Huneke, historian, discusses his book 'A Queer Theory of the State' and explores the intersection of queer theory and politics, challenging the negative view of the state in queer theory. He delves into the tension between normativity and queer theory, the role of pragmatism in queer politics, and the importance of joy and reimagining democracy. He also shares insights from his research on queer women in Nazi Germany.
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- Queer theory can merge anti-normative perspectives with the pragmatic need for the state.
- Engaging with politics and offering positive solutions is crucial for queer theory.
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Queer Theory and the Politics of the State
Queer theory has often been hesitant to align itself with the politics of the state due to the state's historical antagonism towards queer people. However, a more optimistic perspective seeks to merge anti-normative queer perspectives with the pragmatic need for the state. Scholars like Lisa Duggan and Evern Cevcic critique the radical utopianism of queer theory and argue for a more productive critique that can lead to tangible change. The concept of a queer democracy, which acknowledges the interconnectedness of individuals and the commons, is put forth as an alternative to traditional liberal conceptions of democracy.
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