Antonio Gramsci
Antonio Gramsci was an Italian Marxist philosopher, journalist, and political theorist, best known for his theories on cultural hegemony and the role of intellectuals in society. Born in 1891, Gramsci was a founding member of the Italian Communist Party and was imprisoned by Mussolini's fascist regime for his political activities. During his incarceration, he wrote extensively, producing the 'Prison Notebooks,' where he explored the relationships between power, culture, and ideology. Gramsci's work has had a lasting impact on political thought and continues to influence contemporary debates on democracy, social justice, and the role of civil society.
Born on Jan 22, 1891 (134 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | 1 | 2.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 19,435 | $2,000,000 | 643$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,379 | $5,100 | 2$ |
| Denmark | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 3,050 | $350,000 | 184$ |
| Indonesia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 304,253 | $1,119,000 | 1,245$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 6.00 | 0.36% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 214,887 | $350,000 | 1,268$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 18,078 | $48,000 | 31$ |
| Totals | 6 | 432,552,276 | 562,082 | $3,872,100 | 3,373$ |
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Venezuela:
Antonio Gramsci is referenced as a guiding figure for Marxists in their intellectual battles.
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Denmark:
Antonio Gramsci is referenced as an Italian writer, journalist, and socialist politician who died in 1937.
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Indonesia:
Antonio Gramsci's concept of hegemony explains that domination is not only coercive but also achieved through manipulated consent.
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South Africa:
Italian philosopher Antonio Gramsci’s concept of hegemony helps us understand this dynamic.
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Ireland:
Antonio Gramsci's quote was used to describe the current geopolitical situation.
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Italy:
Gramsci was imprisoned and killed under Mussolini's regime.
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