Capitalism and Identity: Tracing Economic Foundations in 20th Century Liberation Theory
Location
Library 3152
Event Type
Presentation
Start Date
11-5-2026 6:10 PM
End Date
11-5-2026 7:10 PM
Description
This presentation examines how capitalism shapes identity categories, not just oppresses them. Tracing thinkers from Adam Smith to Bayard Rustin, I argue that economic systems produce social identities like gender and sexuality. Rather than treating identity and class politics as opposing strategies, effective liberation movements must address both.
Faculty Sponsor: Professor Joshua Price
Capitalism and Identity: Tracing Economic Foundations in 20th Century Liberation Theory
Library 3152
This presentation examines how capitalism shapes identity categories, not just oppresses them. Tracing thinkers from Adam Smith to Bayard Rustin, I argue that economic systems produce social identities like gender and sexuality. Rather than treating identity and class politics as opposing strategies, effective liberation movements must address both.
Faculty Sponsor: Professor Joshua Price
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