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Adam Kotsko, "Neoliberalism's Demons: On the Political Theology of Late Capital" (Stanford UP, 2018)
Nov 25, 2020
Adam Kotsko discusses neoliberalism's political theology, emphasizing self-denial's role in mystifying neoliberalism. He challenges the economics-politics dichotomy and highlights how neoliberalism assigns blame to those who fail. The podcast delves into the pervasiveness of neoliberalism in society, its impact on inequality, and collaborations between neoliberals and neoconservatives. It also explores the historical ties between the religious right and capitalism, tracing the evolution of neoliberalism through phases and analyzing Trumpism's alignment with neoliberalism.
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- Neoliberalism uses Christian morality to blame failure, uniting economics and politics.
- Obamacare reflects neoliberal strategies by mandating market participation for insurance.
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