Radical Realism

Topic

Radical realism is an influential approach within contemporary political philosophy and political realism that emphasizes empirical, social, and historical facts over abstract moralizing. It is distinguished from other forms of political realism by its explicit anti-status quo objectives, often utilizing ideology critique and epistemic normativity to challenge existing power structures and political legitimacy. Key proponents and discussants of this methodology include philosophers such as Raymond Geuss and Enzo Rossi.