André Gorz

André Gorz

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André Gorz was a French philosopher and social critic known for his writings on ecology, capitalism, and the implications of modern transportation. He famously critiqued the automobile-centric culture and advocated for sustainable, communal living, emphasizing the importance of bicycles in urban settings during the 1970s.

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The term degrowth was coined in 1972 by Austrian-French social philosopher André Gorz during a debate organized by Nouvel Observateur.

”Degrowth” dan Degenerasi Kehidupan Global
Kompas·IndonesiaIndonesia· 2025-09-25
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André Gorz coined the term 'degrowth' in 1972 during a debate organized by Nouvel Observateur.

”Degrowth” dan Degenerasi Kehidupan Global
Kompas·IndonesiaIndonesia· 2025-09-25
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André Gorz wrote about the illusion of individual advantage in the context of mass car culture.

« Le vélo, signe de totale coolitude, s’est mué en symbole d’agressivité, de chacun pour soi et de chaos urbain »
Le Monde·FranceFrance· 2025-06-08
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