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PlasticPills - Philosophy & Critical Theory Podcast
Pill Pod 142 - Systems Theory Politics in the Shadow of Gaza
Oct 14, 2023
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the political climate and recent events in Gaza, highlighting the need for a critical approach to the Israeli state. They explore the political dynamics in Gaza, the autonomy of systems in the escalating conflict, and the contrasting views of classical Marxists and physio kratz. The chapter also delves into foundational legitimacy, representation in politics, the limitations of individual politicians, and the challenge of changing systems.
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- Legitimacy in politics is now based on popularity rather than moral principles and grand ideals.
- Functional differentiation causes a crisis in representation as no entity can speak for the entire society and popularity becomes the measure of legitimacy.
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Legitimacy as Popularity of Political Parties
Legitimacy in politics today is simply a matter of popularity of political parties. It is no longer connected to morality or grand principles. The emphasis is on winning elections and drumming up support. Legitimacy becomes a knee-jerk reaction to opinion polls and the constant visualization of popularity indicators. Politicians use this popularity contest to establish legitimacy, but it is a shallow representation of the overall system.
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