Category Archives: Revolution

Kant on Constitutional Legitimacy and Revolution

Posted on February 12, 2011 by non ideal theory

In light of the extraordinary and inspirational events in North Africa, it’s interesting to reflect on Kant’s political philosophy – especially his rather ambivalent conclusions on constitutional legitimacy and the right to rebel against oppressive regimes. (I am using Reiss, … Continue reading →

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Again, Zizek on Egypt

Posted on February 12, 2011 by non ideal theory

Because we can never have too much Zizek (right?), here’s some more from The Guardian: The most sublime moment occurred when Muslims and Coptic Christians engaged in common prayer on Cairo’s Tahrir Square, chanting “We are one!” – providing the … Continue reading →

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Zizek on Egypt and Tunisia in Revolt

Posted on February 2, 2011 by non ideal theory

Over at The Guardian: Here, then, is the moment of truth: one cannot claim, as in the case of Algeria a decade ago, that allowing truly free elections equals delivering power to Muslim fundamentalists. Another liberal worry is that there … Continue reading →

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