How Neoliberalism Threatens Democracy

The video discusses Wendy Brown's book 'Undoing the Demos', exploring neoliberalism's impact on democracy. It highlights how neoliberalism extends market logic to all aspects of life, undermining democratic principles. The discussion covers the tension between capitalism and democracy, the role of markets in governance, and the decline in belief in modernity. The video also addresses the challenges of maintaining democracy in a market-driven world and the potential consequences of unchecked market dominance.

In what ways does the text suggest that neoliberalism affects social life?

What does the term 'stealth revolution' refer to in the context of neoliberalism?

What is the main argument presented in Wendy's book 'Undoing the Demos'?

How does neoliberalism transform the concept of democracy according to the text?

What are the implications of turning democracy into a marketplace as discussed in the text?

What are some fundamental principles of democracy that are undermined by marketization?

How does the text describe the relationship between capitalism and democracy?

What does the text suggest about the future of democracy in the face of neoliberalism?

What critiques does the text offer regarding the reliance on markets for governance?

How does the text characterize the role of experts in contemporary governance?