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Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Senator Joseph McCarthy’s name is enshrined in the American lexicon to symbolize a style of paranoia and fear that goes far beyond his original red-baiting. Just as the path to McCarthyism was in fact paved decades earlier—as conservative factions deployed both ideological and state violence in their early fights against organized labor—the McCarthyist manner of politics has found new acolytes in the Trump era. From references to “outside...
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What is “mental health” and how has it been shaped by the law? From defining wellness to restricting the rights of the unwell, setting parameters for treatment, and regulating and protecting the pharmaceutical companies that develop and market psychological drugs (often to immense profits), government laws are fundamental to the ways mental health is experienced, perceived, policed, and commodified. But, how did the modern legal regime of mental...
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Uncover the enigmatic nature of the state as you delve into the intricate web of politics and power. Explore the origins, functions, and impact of this elusive entity that permeates every aspect of society. Join us as we navigate the theories of the state and shed light on its influence in shaping our modern world.
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Unravel the complexities of the modern world through the lens of risk society. Explore the societal implications of global risks, from environmental disasters to economic instability, and their impact on governance, culture, and individual psyche. Dive into foundational texts by Ulrich Beck and Anthony Giddens, alongside critical perspectives by scholars such as Michel Foucault and Mary Douglas, to understand the emergence and consequences of the risk society paradigm.
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Explore the profound insights of Thucydides’ History of the Peloponnesian War in this compelling course. Delve into the fall of Athenian democracy and the collapse of the classical city-state, examining speeches and narratives that debate political theory, justice, and human suffering. Engage with the text’s oscillation between historical objectivity and intense pathos to understand the cultural and intellectual milieu of ancient Greece.
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Immerse yourself in the enigmatic world of Jorge Luis Borges, where politics, mysticism, and metaphysics intertwine. Explore his iconic works, including Ficciones and The Aleph, to uncover connections between speculative philosophy and historical realities. Delve into themes of war, totalitarianism, and mysticism that define the rich tapestry of Borges' 1940s fiction.
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Examine the institutional and economic foundations of fascism, exploring its governing systems, civic roles, and ideological frameworks. Through classic and contemporary texts, investigate how fascist regimes functioned, their economic policies, and the relevance of this history to understanding today's political and economic transformations.
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Explore the complexities of capitalist economies and their impact on wealth, resource allocation, and societal progress. Engage with foundational and critical perspectives from Adam Smith to Karl Marx and beyond, examining market dynamics, inequality, and financial crises. Develop a nuanced understanding of political economy and its influence on modern ideologies.
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Unpack the historical roots and evolving functions of American policing, from settler colonialism and slavery to modern surveillance and militarization. This course examines the cultural, political, and economic forces shaping law enforcement, alongside growing movements for abolition. Engage with diverse texts to critically explore power, resistance, and reform.
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Explore the intersection of psychoanalysis and politics in this course that delves into the political history and potential of psychoanalysis. From its association with political projects to its links with Marxism and critiques within that tradition, this course examines the impact of psychoanalysis on social order and political solidarity. Join this survey course and discover the insights into desire, nationalism, trauma, and more through a curated selection of psychoanalytic theorists.
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The New Political Economy: America and Global Power In the post-pandemic world, global economics is changing dramatically. How will this impact the balance of geopolitical power? Who will be the winners and losers? Will a slowdown in China affect its world position? Will it increase competition in Asia between Japan, India and China? Will America’s economic performance destabilize our politics and impact on our global outreach? How will oil prices...
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