Anarchism and the Politics of Imagination
Anarchism is an ideology that appears in books that are accused of being utopian. However, at a moment of crisis, anarchism feels real and thrilling as a political expression.
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Volunteers hold a peaceful demonstration in the Horse Statue area, Gambir, Jakarta, on Tuesday (27/10/2020).
What makes anarchism so attractive to its admirers? Anarchism as a political view, also a philosophy whose ideas are constantly discussed and echoed. Anarchism is an idea enshrined in urban folklore, etched on the walls of the streets as a political spark. Anarchism has been popularized in cinema, underground music and in intellectual discussion rooms over a cup of coffee.
Anarchism is an ideology that appears in books that are accused of being utopian. However, at a moment of crisis, anarchism feels real and thrilling as a political expression. Nevertheless, it is natural for people to feel hot and bothered at the word anarchy, because throughout history, the word has been narrowly attached to violence and chaos. In fact, anarchism is deeper than that image.