This Urge for Harshness – Eva von Redecker on the new fascism
There is a shift to the right around the world, with authoritarian forces gaining power and influence everywhere. And yet the ever-present analogies to the Nazi era miss the mark: Contemporary fascism has taken on a new form that is not easy to recognize and even more difficult to explain. In philosopher Eva von Redecker’s (“The Freedom to Stay”, short-listed for the NDR non-fiction book prize) new groundbreaking analysis, the diffuse nature of fascism takes shape – and becomes vulnerable. She locates its core in the invocation of an unconditional claim to possession, to be defended at all costs. This Urge for Harshness is an enlightening and rebellious book that contrasts solidarity with the prevailing harshness of our times. At lit.COLOGNE she will talk about contemporary fascism, our present day and our coexistence. Host: Simone Miller
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Eva von Redecker
Eva von Redecker is a philosopher and author. She writes about… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.
Simone Miller
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Thursday
12. March 2026
19:30 -
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