The Munk Debates Podcast Munk Dialogue with Adam Kirsch: the dangerous ideology behind settler colonialism
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Sep 26, 2024 Adam Kirsch, an editor at the Wall Street Journal and author of "On Settler Colonialism," dives deep into the controversial ideology of settler colonialism. He discusses its dangerous emergence in mainstream discourse, especially regarding Israel-Palestine. Kirsch explores the historical roots and modern implications, highlighting generational shifts in perspective. He also examines the role of violence in liberation movements through the lens of Franz Fanon, contrasting civil rights ideologies with settler colonialism while stressing the need for nuanced discussions in today's political landscape.
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Shifting Meaning of Settler Colonialism
- The term "settler colonialism" originally described societies like Algeria and Rhodesia with small European settler populations ruling larger native populations.
- In the 1990s, academics broadened its application to countries like the U.S., Canada, and Australia, where settlers constitute the majority.
Types of European Colonialism
- European colonialism involved various approaches, including resource extraction (e.g., British in India) and population replacement (e.g., U.S. and Canada).
- The type of colonialism influences decolonization efforts.
Frantz Fanon and the Psychology of Decolonization
- Frantz Fanon's work, particularly "The Wretched of the Earth," explored the psychology of decolonization and the role of violence.
- Fanon viewed violence as a tool for colonized people to reclaim their humanity.