M-H Initiative

A New Beginning for Marxist-Humanism. A New Organization for a Time of Crisis.

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On MHI—who we are and how to engage & support us: https://t.co/KeS62YiWZM

Marxist-Humanist Initiative (MHI) aims to contribute to the transformation of this capitalist world by ...

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“Video: Online Class Series on Grossman’s Breakdown Model and Theory.” Contains embedded videos of the two class sessions that Andrew Kliman led, written discussants’ comments, study questions, topic outlines, and more. https://t.co/RwL5CseZd7

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Radio Free Humanity Ep. 100: “ChatRFH—Special 100th-Episode Zoom Chat!” Two-hour chat between participants and co-hosts on a wide range of political and philosophical topics. Anne Jaclard hosts. Watch the video or listen to the audio https://t.co/h7wtUEheHQ

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This Sunday (Sept. 10)--ChatRFH: Special 100th Episode of Radio Free Humanity, 1-3 pm EDT, on Zoom. To join the chat, see login info at https://t.co/v05toBIi1g

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ChatRFH: Special 100th Episode of Radio Free Humanity, Sunday, Sept. 10, 1–3 pm EDT. Will be streamed live and feature dialogue between co-hosts & audience via the “chat.” Participation open to all. Details at https://t.co/K21nGvrXYD

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ChatRFH: Special 100th Episode of Radio Free Humanity, Sunday, Sept. 10, 1–3 pm EDT. Will be streamed live and feature dialogue between co-hosts & audience via the “chat.” Participation open to all. Details at https://t.co/K21nGvrXYD

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Radio Free Humanity Ep. 99: “Right-wing Environmentalism—Interview with Peter Staudenmaier.” On what it is, its history, and its continuing presence. Current-events segment: David Brooks revives myth that “economic distress” explains Trump’s support. https://t.co/PRWMYnUbPt

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Blurb: ChatRFH: Special 100th Episode of Radio Free Humanity, Sunday, Sept. 10, 1–3 pm EDT. Will be streamed live and feature dialogue between co-hosts & audience via the “chat.” Participation open to all. Details at https://t.co/K21nGvrXYD

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“Brill Opens Investigation into Call for Retraction: A Statement by Marxist-Humanist Initiative (MHI).” Investigating _Historical Materialism’s_ possible publication of “unreliable content” affirms crucial principles of truth-seeking and scholarship. https://t.co/mbfvjNemwu

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Radio Free Humanity Ep. 96: “Philosophy and the Transformation of Reality: Marx vs. Hegel and Feuerbach.” Brendan interviews Andrew about his new article. Current-event segment: Crazy like on Fox: Why is Trump blabbing about stealing gov’t documents. https://t.co/wgfO0BE0r4

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“Transforming Reality, Not Only Thought: Marx’s Critique of Hegel’s Dialectic *and* of Feuerbach’s Materialism.” Andrew Kliman argues that Marx’s philosophy of human activity breaks with Hegel and Feuerbach but embraces the Hegelian dialectic itself. https://t.co/xICykYWo4R

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“Andrew Kliman: Open Letter on Brill’s Rejection of Retraction Request.” Stressing that retraction cases should be decided on the basis of evidence, Kliman responds to publisher’s rejection of request for retraction of Historical Materialism paper. https://t.co/dwaXuCwesq

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Brendan Cooney’s “The Dystopian Promise of the Artificial Intelligence Industry” discusses current developments in AI, arguing that capitalist competition seems to be propelling us too fast to develop adequate safeguards against potential misuses. https://t.co/qzah4IvXgJ

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Write to us at least 3 days in advance if you wish an invitation and the readings. State your interest in MHI and your Skype address. Write to [email protected]

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MHI’s June Skype discussions: Sundays from 1:00 to 3:00 EDT
June 25: “France 2023 & 1968–What Sort of Future?” Aaron Williams will look at the French near-revolution in May ’68 and the protests there today, and will consider what revolutionary philosophy has or has not appeared

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RFH Ep. 95: “Trump (and Trump-Accommodationists) vs. the Rule of Law—interview with Seth Morris.” On resisting Trumpism & left accommodation. Current-event segment: Randi Nord of Workers World paints swastika on synagogue wall, smears Ukraine. https://t.co/RZrjOnRDLU

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Open discussion following presentation by Andrew Kliman on Marx’s struggle against defamation, E. Jean Carroll’s and Dominion’s legal victories, and the fight for retraction of a Historical Materialism paper riddled with misrepresentations.

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MHI’s June Skype discussions: Sundays from 1:00 to 3:00 EDT.
June 11: “Revolutionary Solidarity Against ‘Personal’ Attacks: Uniting Philosophy & Organization.”

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Trump vs. the Rule of Law: For Continued Resistance against Trumpist Reaction and Left Accommodation.” Seth Morris argues that left resistance to Trumpism must debunk and discredit “left” ambivalence toward liberal democracy and the rule of law. https://t.co/Z6DBMnOVJU

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Radio Free Humanity Ep. 94: “Dangers of Artificial Intelligence.” Andrew interview Brendan on his article about dangers, hype, and regulation of AI. Current-event segment: cop colludes w/Proud Boys; federal cops unprepared to fight far-right terrorism. https://t.co/nUZ0gIueWZ

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Marxist-Humanist Initiative discussion by Skype Sun. May 28, 1-3 pm EDT, on Ireland after the peace accord plus crises in the UK. By invitation –apply at once to [email protected] stating your interest in MHI and your Skype name.