Precariousness and precarity are intersecting concepts. Lives are by definition precarious: they can be expunged at will or by accident; their persistence is in no sense guaranteed

πŸ“– Judith Butler

🌍 American  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Philosopher

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Judith Butler discusses the intertwined ideas of precariousness and precarity, emphasizing that human existence is inherently fragile. Lives can be abruptly ended due to various circumstances, and there is no assurance that they will continue. This fundamental instability highlights the vulnerability of human life in society.

Butler's work in "Frames of War: When Is Life Grievable?" prompts readers to consider the moral and ethical implications of how lives are valued and...

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January 28, 2025

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