Yesterday, April 28, we remember the death of Benito Mussolini (1883–1945), who was captured and executed by anti-fascists, and if you’re interested in the topic, "Nationalism and Culture" by Rudolf Rocker, translated by Ray E. Chase, is definitely a book worth checking out.
It critiques how nationalism creates divisions among people and serves the interests of those in power. Rocker argues that nations are constructs of the state, used to control individuals and disconnect them from their shared humanity.
The book discusses how nationalism is often presented as a unifying force while actually leading to oppression and cultural stagnation. Rocker emphasizes that nationalism justifies state power and can result in authoritarianism, ultimately harming cultural development.
- https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/rudolf-rocker-nationalism-and-culture
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