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The issue of artificial intelligence, which is debated today not always with natural intelligence, has had a precursor in the history of Western philosophy — as we have already had occasion to demonstrate here —: the single, separate intellect of … Continue reading →

On Kojin Karatani’s 85th birthday, publisher Maikel da Silveira reflects on his writings on and the current US imperial project. Maikel da Silveira, Verso Books Blog, 06/08/2026 The philosopher and literary critic Kojin Karatani turns 85 today. His latest book, The End of … Continue reading →

A New Declaration of Independence (1909) When, in the course of human development, existing institutions prove inadequate to the needs of man, when they serve merely to enslave, rob, and oppress mankind, the people have the eternal right to rebel … Continue reading →

Beware:All too often,We sayWhat we hear others say.We thinkWhat we’re told that we think.We seeWhat we’re permitted to see.Worse!We see what we’re told that we see. Repetition and pride are the keys to this.To hear and to seeEven an obvious … Continue reading →