Judith Butler
American feminist and queer philosopher (born 1956)
An American philosopher known for her influential theories on gender performativity.
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5Judith Butler: Jewish Prof. Among 160 Named in UC Berkeley “Antisemitism” Files Handed to Trump Admin
Judith Butler addresses their inclusion in a list of 160 UC Berkeley affiliates named in files handed to the Trump administration. Butler defends their stance against genocide and argues against the characterization of campus protests as inherently antisemitic.
This Is Wrong: Executive Order 14168
Judith Butler provides a critical analysis of Executive Order 14168, continuing their long-standing engagement with political philosophy and contemporary state actions.
Judith Butler: ‘Swimming is the closest thing I have to a religion’
In a personal profile, Judith Butler discusses their life, philosophy, and personal habits, including their relationship with swimming. The article explores how the philosopher navigates public perception and political discourse.
There Can Be No Critique
In this piece, Judith Butler examines the role of censorship in the context of the conflict in Gaza. They argue that such censorship serves to justify state violence and silence critiques of the slaughter of Palestinians.
“It’s hard to overstate how important Judith Butler has become"
This article discusses the enduring academic and cultural influence of Judith Butler, noting their recent inclusion in investigations regarding campus antisemitism at UC Berkeley. It also highlights the publication of several of Butler's works in the Norwegian journal Agora.
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