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Mbembe cites several philosophers throughout his work. Examine how these connections contextualize his work. How do they support his arguments and provide examples of colonial violence?
What is American prosperity theology? How does Mbembe relate it to the dangers of nihilism and submission to colonial democracy? How does prosperity theology relate to negative messianism? Cite textual evidence.
Explore Mbembe’s 2016 criticism of the Israeli occupation of Gaza and its connection to current events. How does Mbembe’s position as a non-Western philosopher contribute to his critique of the occupation?
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