In this interview, Henry A. Giroux argues against both right and left populism.
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Public intellectual Henry A. Giroux discusses his latest book, “The Terror of the Unforeseen.”
Populism on both the right and left narrows the scope of power to the role of leaders, not the people.
The Christchurch and El Paso shooters appropriated the language of environmentalism in their manifestos.
Calling out fascism alone won’t defeat it. The left needs an anti-oppression strategy and popular social programs.
Giroux’s new book, “The Terror of the Unforeseen,” warns of the economic tyranny of neoliberal capitalism.
The death penalty is not just a human rights violation — it’s a warning of repression to come.
Public solidarity and mutual aid provide the best antidote to this form of state repression.
In the hands of the US government, the idea of terrorism is molded to ensnare people whom the state would like to cage.
In Trump’s world, obedience and allegiance to the leader are demanded, while opponents are crushed.