The Urgency of Mimetic Studies

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In this 5th biannual Girard lecture, organized by the Dutch Girard SocietyNidesh Lawtoo steps back to the insights that, as of 2016, lead him to use the term “(new) fascism” as a warning against Donald Trump’s anti-democratic tendencies, which culminated in an insurrection on January 6. Despite many critical warnings and fascist actions, the efficacy of the affective and infective powers of mimesis never ceases to surprise. Hence, the urgency of new mimetic studies. More information HERE. Also visible on ZOOM. Link tba HERE:

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