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Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast
Did J.D. Vance Use A Democracy “Mask” To Cover Authoritarianism?
Jul 18, 2024
Zack Beauchamp discusses his book on upholding social hierarchies over democracy. He analyzes J.D. Vance's convention speech, beliefs about American politics, and the legacy of slavery. The podcast explores the impact of reactionary spirit globally and the importance of maintaining democratic values.
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- The reactionary spirit uses democratic language to mask anti-democratic actions, prioritizing social hierarchies over democracy.
- J.D. Vance's seemingly democratic rhetoric actually promotes authoritarian ideas like purges and hierarchical control in governance.
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Definition of the Reactionary Spirit
The reactionary spirit is defined as the choice to prioritize social hierarchies over democracy when faced with societal changes that threaten these hierarchies. This impulse is seen globally and operates by presenting anti-democratic politics in a seemingly democratic manner to protect established hierarchies of wealth, race, class, gender, religion, or caste. The unique American contribution is the way this spirit currently manifests, using democratic language to endorse anti-democratic actions.
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