Michel Foucault
Michel Foucault was a prominent French philosopher and social theorist, renowned for his analyses of power, knowledge, and social institutions. His works, including 'Discipline and Punish' and 'The History of Sexuality,' examine the ways in which power operates within society, shaping individuals' behaviors and identities. Foucault’s concept of biopower, which explores the regulation of populations through various institutions, has been particularly influential in contemporary social theory. His interdisciplinary approach has left a lasting impact on fields such as sociology, cultural studies, and critical theory.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 3 | 5.33 | 0.39% | +20% | 273,523,615 | 1,272,203 | $1,119,000 | 5,205$ |
| Switzerland | 2 | 5.00 | 0.18% | +10% | 8,654,622 | 16,702 | $700,000 | 1,351$ |
| Italy | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 53,130 | $2,000,000 | 1,757$ |
| Greece | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 9,143 | $190,000 | 167$ |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 6.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 7,500,700 | 10,609 | $370,000 | 523$ |
| France | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 63,127 | $2,700,000 | 2,611$ |
| Totals | 9 | 425,837,328 | 1,424,914 | $7,079,000 | 11,614$ |
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Recent Mentions
France:
Jack Lang mentioned philosopher Michel Foucault while discussing a controversial statement on sexual relations with minors.
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Hong Kong:
Michel Foucault's ideas are referenced to illustrate the concept that truth is a creation of power.
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Switzerland:
Michel Foucault described the peculiar connection between life sciences and politics in modern states as biopolitics.
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Indonesia:
Michel Foucault used the term panoptikon to describe the body as an object that is constantly observed.
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Indonesia:
Michel Foucault is referenced for his concept of the panopticon in his work 'Discipline and Punish'.
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Italy:
Michel Foucault was a French philosopher known for his influential ideas on power and social institutions.
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Switzerland:
Michel Foucault is referenced as a postmodernist who was enthusiastic about the Islamic Revolution.
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Indonesia:
Michel Foucault's theories are applied to the chilling effect of terror on critics in society.
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Greece:
Michel Foucault visited Iran during Khomeini's time and commented on the political changes occurring there.
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Indonesia:
Michel Foucault's thoughts on modern power provide an important framework for understanding the position of comedy in the context of Indonesian politics today.
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