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Nietzschean Leftism: A Critical Look (Ft. Daniel Tutt)
Dec 11, 2023
Philosopher Daniel Tutt joins the podcast to discuss his upcoming book on Friedrich Nietzsche's impact on the left. They explore Nietzsche's influence on left-wing thinkers, dissect his views on culture, politics, class, slave morality, and the will to power. Tutt argues for a 'parasitic' interpretation of Nietzsche, acknowledging his reactionary politics while learning from his ideas. The conversation delves into Nietzsche's critique of Christianity, capitalism, and the role of resentment in his philosophy. They also examine the relationship between Nietzschean tradition and centralized power.
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- Nietzsche's conception of liberation from slave morality can be inverted by the left to challenge life-denying tendencies and empower the working class.
- The adoption of Nietzschean concepts on the left can lead to a disregard for class analysis and hinder broad-scale political organization.
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Nietzsche's Influence on the Left
Nietzsche's philosophy has had a significant impact on the left, particularly in relation to the concept of liberation from slave morality. While Nietzsche's critique of slave morality is often seen as contrarian to leftist ideals, it can be inverted and utilized as a critique of life-denying tendencies on the left. Instead of embracing a moral system opposed to the ruling class, which can have a pacifying effect, leftists can affirm their own visions and assert their will to create a more just society. This parasitical appropriation of Nietzschean concepts can lead to a radicalization of proletarian consciousness and challenge passive forms of resistance.
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