Shackles of Power: The Existential Crisis of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism

Jean-Paul Sartre, a prominent existentialist philosopher, provided critical insights into the nature of human freedom, oppression, and the socio-political structures that sustain these dynamics. Drawing on his philosophies, we can explore the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Interconnectivity Colonialism and Imperialism: Sartre vehemently opposed colonialism and imperialism, which he saw as … Continue reading Shackles of Power: The Existential Crisis of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism

Reimagining Society: A Freirean Critique and the Path to Participatory Socialism

Paolo Freire's philosophies, particularly as articulated in "Pedagogy of the Oppressed," provide a critical lens through which to analyze the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Freire's emphasis on dialogical education, the problem-posing method, and the liberation of the oppressed underscores the inherent issues within these interconnected systems. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability Colonialism … Continue reading Reimagining Society: A Freirean Critique and the Path to Participatory Socialism

Towards Liberation: Rethinking Power, Justice, and Sustainability Beyond Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism

Judith Butler's philosophical perspectives offer critical insights into the interconnectedness and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Let's delve into each and explore a sustainable alternative system. Colonialism: It involves the domination and exploitation of one group of people by another, often resulting in the erasure or marginalization of indigenous cultures and practices. Butler's … Continue reading Towards Liberation: Rethinking Power, Justice, and Sustainability Beyond Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism