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The Rise of Xenophobia and Progressive Resistance
Analysis of the rise of xenophobic movements and potential strategies for progressive resistance.
French
France
PoliticsFranceEuropeFar-RightNationalismResistance
Ecole PolytechniqueEcole Des Hautes Études En Sciences SocialesSeuilPufK
Michaël FoesselBruno KarsentiEtienne OllionBruno LatourMarine Le PenDonald Trump
- What is the main focus of Michaël Foessel and Etienne Ollion's book?
- Michaël Foessel and Etienne Ollion's book, "Une étrange victoire," analyzes how the language of the far-right has infiltrated public discourse.
- How are the recent European elections interpreted, and what potential does this hold?
- Karsenti sees the high voter turnout in the European elections as a positive sign, indicating a potential for recomposition of the left and a rejection of Macron-era liberalism.
- Is the "republican front" merely a temporary reprieve before the far-right's rise to power in France?
- The article discusses the rise of xenophobic movements and the challenges they pose to the rule of law, referencing figures like Marine Le Pen and Donald Trump.
- What is the primary threat highlighted in the article, and how does it challenge previous political analyses?
- According to Bruno Karsenti, the main threat is the rise of aggressive nationalism, an unexpected outcome given the focus on the conflict between progressivism and neoliberalism.
- What are some suggestions for navigating the current political landscape and countering the rise of the far-right?
- The authors suggest that the "republican front" may be a temporary reprieve before the far-right gains power, highlighting the need for progressive resistance and a re-evaluation of political strategies.