In an amazing workshop, @adam_tooze helped me realize that my argument (building on Mannheim) is that once ruling class ideologies become reflexive, like algorithms, they cease to be conservative. And are ready for overthrow. It's a counterintuitive point, but I think it's true.https://twitter.com/akbarjenkins/status/1044522753188147200 …
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Excellent question. Mannheim cites some examples, if memory serves, but I can't remember what they are.
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So you’re not talking about reflexivity as it’s used in the social sciences, but in the sense of automated, self-reinforcing, kneejerk? Just looking to clarify.pic.twitter.com/mGV53LcGFf
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Yes, sorry, should have clarified.
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Actually now that I look at your tweet & quoted tweet it is clear; my mistake. It’s an interesting idea—seems counterintuitive given that we usually think of Hamlet-like self-reflection as a weakness and automatic, unself-conscious responses as a strength. Need to read Mannheim.
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That Mannheim essay is a revelation. Though really heavy going (as prose).
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Sound great/awful. Title?
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Here's the cite. Though it appears in other editions/versions, I believe.pic.twitter.com/AfKmPC2kSP
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