Real novelty has been replaced by a flood of pastiche novelties—among them a dumb, reality-TV version of political punditry, consumed almost entirely for entertainment, shock, and outrage.
When political commentary becomes just another product optimized for engagement and revenue, it validates Marx's prediction that human thought and civic participation becomes subordinate to market logic. We're not wandering into the poppy fields by accident.
When political commentary becomes just another product optimized for engagement and revenue, it validates Marx's prediction that human thought and civic participation becomes subordinate to market logic. We're not wandering into the poppy fields by accident.
Could not agree more, Jacob. Thanks so much for reading!