Culture in a Time of Shrinking Political Space
In this folder, we attempt to trace how culture interacts with the shrinking political sphere, avoiding generalizations or seeking necessarily "inspiring" models. Some texts illuminate how culture can create alternative spaces when other avenues are closed, while others examine the profound effects of restriction. Throughout these cases, common questions emerge: How can culture survive in systems where politics is suppressed and public life is stifled? Can writing, singing, or painting...