Foucault
Michel Foucault was a French philosopher and social theorist known for his analyses of social institutions, power dynamics, and the relationship between knowledge and power in works like 'Discipline and Punish' and 'The History of Sexuality'.
Born on Oct 15, 1926 (99 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 5,348 | $350,000 | 323$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,792,202 | 5,348 | $350,000 | 323$ |
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Denmark:
Postmodern French thinker Foucault broke with the Marxist conception of humans as historical acting class subjects.
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Indonesia:
Foucault is quoted regarding the creation of regimes of truth by power.
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Indonesia:
Foucault's ideas are referenced to emphasize that sexuality is a field of power controlled by social norms and institutions.
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Iraq:
Foucault is mentioned regarding the hidden power dynamics in the narrative.
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China:
Foucault is referenced in discussions about cultural concepts and power dynamics.
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France:
Foucault is noted as a philosopher who has shaken traditional categories.
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