Lars Cornelissen

Lars Cornelissen, a historian of neoliberalism and author of the forthcoming book, explores the deep-seated connection between race and neoliberal ideology. He examines how racial constructs, both explicit and subtle, have shaped neoliberal thought since the interwar period. Cornelissen critiques influential thinkers like Mises and Hayek, revealing their racial beliefs and the 'lazy native' myth in development theory. He underscores the implications of these ideas for neoliberal policies and advocates for a critical, anti-racist approach to understanding this ideological framework.

Lars Cornelissen, a historian specializing in neoliberalism, discusses his groundbreaking book, Neoliberalism and Race. He reveals how race serves as a central element of neoliberal ideology, examining overlooked racial constructs in theories from figures like Mises and Hayek. Cornelissen critiques the depiction of racial dynamics in developmental policies and highlights the troubling ties between neoliberal think tanks and eugenics. He emphasizes the need for anti-neoliberal movements to prioritize racial justice, asserting that race and neoliberalism are fundamentally intertwined.

Lars Cornelissen, a historian specializing in neoliberalism, presents his provocative ideas from his upcoming book on race and neoliberal thought. He explores how racial constructs have always underpinned neoliberal ideology, often overlooked in scholarship. Cornelissen critiques key figures like Mises and Hayek, revealing their complex relationships with race and development theories. He also discusses how these ideas influence contemporary thought and urges critics to prioritize race in anti-neoliberal politics, challenging listeners to rethink familiar narratives.