Mike McCarthy

Joining the discussion are Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò, a philosophy professor and author known for his work on reparations; Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, a prominent scholar and author focused on Black liberation; and Mike McCarthy, a sociology expert addressing class struggle. They dive into the contemporary pushback against woke culture, scrutinizing the far-right's manipulation of racial narratives. The conversation critiques ineffective liberal identity politics and emphasizes the need for solidarity across various struggles against systemic inequalities.

Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò, a philosophy professor at Georgetown and author, joins Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, a Princeton professor and co-founder of Hammer and Hope, along with UC Santa Cruz's sociology director, Mike McCarthy. They dive into the backlash against diversity initiatives, the rise of white supremacy, and the pitfalls of liberal identity politics. The conversation critiques the corporate embrace of Christian nationalism and emphasizes the need for class solidarity amidst increasing racism, urging a reassessment of strategies in the fight for social justice.