Bad Faith Episode 541 Promo - Calling Out "The Compatible Left" (w/ Gabriel Rockhill)
Jan 12, 2026
Gabriel Rockhill, a keen scholar and director of the Critical Theory Workshop, dives deep into the pitfalls of the 'compatible left' in this engaging conversation. He critiques intellectuals like Slavoj Žižek and Noam Chomsky for their ties to imperialist agendas, revealing how the Democratic Party aligns with capitalism. Rockhill also emphasizes the tension between tactical and strategic approaches in leftist organizing, and discusses the limitations imposed by state power on true democratization. It's a thought-provoking exploration of modern political dynamics.
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CIA Shape Of Postwar Left
- The CIA historically funded a
US Democrats As A Party Of Capital
- The Democratic Party Is A Party Of Capital.
Tactics Vs Strategy In Organizing
- Distinguish strategy from tactics when organizing and set long-term goals beyond immediate compromises.