Demarcation and Demystification by J. Moufawad-Paul

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Jan 26, 2020

Alyson and Breht interview J. Moufawad-Paul about his book Demarcation and Demystification, discussing the role of philosophy in clarifying thought and intervention. They explore the importance of critical thinking and philosophy in revolutionary movements, the efficacy of philosophy in fighting capitalism, imperialism, and fascism, the distinction between theory and philosophy, and the implications of the book for organizing as Marxists in the real world.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Philosophy's Modest Role in Clarifying Thought and Intervention

01:49 • 21min

The Importance of Critical Thinking and Philosophy in Revolutionary Movements

22:24 • 4min

Keeping Philosophy in Its Boundaries: Fighting Capitalism, Imperialism, and Fascism

26:19 • 7min

Theory vs Philosophy: Understanding the Distinction

33:19 • 30min

Philosophical Practice and Organizing

01:03:24 • 17min

Guest discusses their new text and its influence on Marxism

01:20:06 • 6min