What's Left of Philosophy 104 | Does History Have a Repetition Compulsion?
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Dec 30, 2024 Dive into the theatricality of history as the discussion connects the Haitian and French Revolutions. The haunting legacy of absolute monarchy within modern democracies is examined, challenging perceptions of leadership. Explore the relationship between nationalism and global capitalism, emphasizing class struggles' impact on political frameworks. The conversation critiques authoritarian tendencies in liberal democracies and highlights the need for genuine societal transformation beyond electoral changes. Join in as frustrations surrounding the 'Return of the Repressed' are navigated in both personal and societal realms.
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History's Drama
- History's drama lies in representing repetitions of class societies and their crises.
- We also experience the unresolved structure of universal emancipation.
Repetition Compulsion
- Representative democracies are vulnerable to authoritarianism because they displace class conflict.
- Karatani suggests this vulnerability leads to a repetition compulsion.
Persistence of Monarchy
- Absolute monarchy persists, haunting representative democracy.
- Crises cause reversion to figures like emperors or Fuhrers.
