Professor Penn continues his examination of “political magic,” explaining how governments, media, institutions, and secretive hierarchies use symbols, repetition, ritual, and emotional manipulation to control the public. He warns that President Trump’s claims surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, Iran, and Oman could condition Americans to accept another expansion of the global empire. Professor reviews medical disasters—from thalidomide and margarine to OxyContin—to show how appeals to science and safety can override skepticism and personal judgment. He argues that guilt surrounding race, masculinity, sex, and personal responsibility has been weaponized to fracture the sovereign will of American citizens. Finally, Professor examines…
What does Professor Penn's examination of Royce's transgender identity suggest regarding progressive gender logic?
Professor Penn examines Royce's transgender identity as a reversal of progressive gender logic.
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Which historical medical examples does Professor Penn use to illustrate how appeals to science and safety can override personal judgment and skepticism?
Professor Penn reviews medical disasters involving thalidomide, margarine, and OxyContin to demonstrate how appeals to science and safety can override skepticism and personal judgment.
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What does Professor Penn define as "political magic" in his examination?
Professor Penn defines "political magic" as the method by which governments, media, institutions, and secretive hierarchies use symbols, repetition, ritual, and emotional manipulation to control the public.
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