Theory & Research

Neoliberalism at War and the Authoritarian Turn

Theory & Research The recent electoral wins of social-democratic and liberal forces in several countries have brought the illusion of a democratic normalization. But it's only that — an illusion. The Far Right has deeply transformed the political culture and the ideological landscape in the long-term, and its emergence is closely related to the economic and social ravages of the past decades. This article explores the connections between global neoliberal transformations and the world becoming much more authoritarian.

By Gustavo Robles

Neoliberalism at War and the Authoritarian Turn

Housing crisis in a time of democratic backsliding | CAPS22

Theory & Research By looking into housing status, entitlements, infrastructure and policies, the panel “Housing crisis in a time of democratic backsliding” provided an analysis that helps to explain social contradictions and what kind of political action is possible by people excluded and/or repressed given authoritarian spatial dynamics in a society

By Sabrina Fernandes

Housing crisis in a time of democratic backsliding | CAPS22

Authoritarianism and Counter-Strategies in the Classroom: The Pedagogy of Collective Learning Across Geographies

Theory & Research This dossier presents reflections and case studies on different aspects of authoritarianism, neoliberal governance, the effects of colonialism, and counter-movements that take place in a variety of settings

By Ülker Sözen

Authoritarianism and Counter-Strategies in the Classroom: The Pedagogy of Collective Learning Across Geographies

Contesting Authoritarianism: Perspectives from the South

Theory & Research During one week, "Contesting Authoritarianism: Perspectives from the South" gathered scholars, activists, students, journalists and many other to discuss the various manifestations of authoritarian neoliberalism, reactionary populism, and strategies of resistance. Here you find the video recordings of our discussions.

Contesting Authoritarianism: Perspectives from the South

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Inaugural Conference: The Crisis of Civilization and the Authoritarian Turn | CAPS22

Theory & Research Why do new forms of authoritarianism emerge so suddenly and simultaneously all around the world? Watch the vídeo of CAPS22's Inaugural Conference with Zeynep Gambetti, Alex Demirović, Hugo Fanton and moderation by Börries Nehe

Inaugural Conference: The Crisis of Civilization and the Authoritarian Turn | CAPS22