In the Ruins of Neoliberalism: The Rise of Antidemocratic Politics in the West

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By Wendy Brown *83

Published Aug. 7, 2019

In this work of political theory, Wendy Brown *83 analyzes the rise of the hard-right and speculates whether it’s the final hurrah or the terrifying offspring of neoliberalism. In the Ruins of Neoliberalism: The Rise of Antidemocratic Politics in the West (Columbia University Press) is a careful study of the tail end of neoliberalism and its effects on society.

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