We'll continue the "Political Thinkers" series. It critically examines the political and ideological viewpoints of prominent public figures, considered to be tremendously influential as a trendsetter.
Here, the goal is to discuss fresh viewpoints -- some of which might be "unconventional" in nature -- in analyzing its applicability in our ever-increasingly complex society. Just like every issue that our group discusses, we examine and evaluate it with an independent and critical lens, at the highest level of intellectual rigor.
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For this discussion, we'll evaluate the legacy and the work of Noam Chomsky.
To that end, we'll explore the following questions:
- What are the deep-rooted philosophical basis for his theories and views?
- What makes his appeal so controversial?
- Have his views and positions always remained intellectually consistent?
- What do his rise to popularity indicate about the cultural or political climate of his time period?
We will then examine Chomsky's theories and key policy matters, including:
