Lewis Gordon & Jason Stanley - When Philosophers Talk - Part 3

The video explores philosophical ideas around property, illusions, and ideology, critiquing Marxism and structuralism. It examines narcissism's impact on mental health and critiques Afro-pessimism. The discussion highlights the importance of human agency, creativity, and power, arguing against rigid ontologies. It emphasizes politics as a commitment rather than prediction, using historical examples like Frederick Douglass to illustrate the value of recognizing worth in marginalized individuals.

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