APP Editors’ Note: This is the eighth in a series on the historical and philosophical foundations of anarchism and socialism, with special reference to social anarchism (aka “anarcho-socialism,” “libertarian socialism,” etc.) and democratic socialism. We decided to devote the first five installments of the series to the Democratic Socialists … [continue reading]
Category: Guest Essays
Free Places, Not Safe Spaces. An Open Letter to Western University's Freedom of Expression Policy Committee
APP Editors’ Note: Impelled by an Ontario government mandate to produce a freedom of expression policy, the administration at Western University, aka University of Western Ontario, aka UWO, has created an Ad Hoc committee to create such a policy. From October 2 to 5 they will have consultative sessions with members of the campus community. … [continue reading]
The Black Rose Anarchist Federation: Our Politics. Foundations of Anarchism and Socialism 5
APP Editors’ Note: This is the fifth in a series on the historical and philosophical foundations of anarchism and socialism, with special reference to social anarchism (aka “anarcho-socialism,” “libertarian socialism,” etc.) and democratic socialism. We’ve decided to start with the Democratic Socialists of America, aka the DSA, and the Black Rose/Rosa Negra Anarchist Federation, aka … [continue reading]
Philosophy at a Crossroads: Escaping from Irrelevance.
APP Editors’ Note: Carlo Cellucci is a professor emeritus of philosophy at the Sapienza University of Rome. You can read more about his work, HERE. This essay was previously published in Syzetesis 5 (2018), HERE. As professional academic philosophy goes down into the ash-heap of history, il faut cultiver notre jardin. Abstract: Although there have … [continue reading]
Who Are the Anarchists and What Is Anarchism? Foundations of Anarchism and Socialism 4
APP Editors’ Note: This is the fourth in a series on the historical and philosophical foundations of anarchism and socialism, with special reference to social anarchism (aka “anarcho-socialism,” “libertarian socialism,” etc.) and democratic socialism. We’ve decided to start with the Democratic Socialists of America, aka the DSA, and the Black Rose/Rosa Negra Anarchist Federation, aka … [continue reading]
Resistance Rising: Socialist Strategy in the Age of Political Revolution. Foundations of Anarchism & Socialism 3
APP Editors’ Note: This is the third in a series on the historical and philosophical foundations of anarchism and socialism, with special reference to social anarchism (aka “anarcho-socialism,” “libertarian socialism,” etc.) and democratic socialism. We’ve decided to start with the Democratic Socialists of America, aka the DSA, and the Black Rose/Rosa Negra Anarchist Federation, aka … [continue reading]
Towards Freedom: Democratic Socialist Theory and Practice. Foundations of Anarchism & Socialism 2
APP Editors’ Note: This is the second in a series on the historical and philosophical foundations of anarchism and socialism, with special reference to social anarchism and democratic socialism. We decided to start with democratic socialism, in view of the sudden recent emergence of the Democratic Socialists of America, aka the DSA, as a significant … [continue reading]
A Brief History of the American Left. Foundations of Anarchism & Socialism 1
APP Editors’ Note: This is the first in a series on the historical and philosophical foundations of anarchism and socialism, with special reference to social anarchism and democratic socialism. We decided to start with democratic socialism, in view of the sudden recent emergence of the Democratic Socialists of America, aka the DSA, as a significant … [continue reading]
Philosophy For Barflies.
Maybe you talk to yourself in the mirror, or simply use visualization: “I’m going to walk right in there man…” Maybe you picture the Fonz or some Leo DiCaprio character or David Caruso in “Jade” – how would they act in this situation? It could be a job interview, a big move at a bar … [continue reading]
German Philosophy is in a Sorry State. Why?
APP Editors’ Note: Wolfram Eilenberger is a philosopher, journalist, and writer. His passion is the application of philosophical ideas to our life today, whether it be in politics, culture or sport. He is the editor of Philosophie Magazin, and in high demand as a German intellectual, often appearing on talk shows. He has published eight … [continue reading]