Antipolitics

/ˌæntɪˈpɒlɪtɪks/ noun

Definition

A philosophical or ideological stance that opposes or rejects conventional politics and political systems; activism or thought that aims to undermine traditional political structures.

Etymology

From 'anti-' plus 'politics.' This concept emerged prominently in 20th-century political philosophy and social movements seeking alternatives to state-based politics.

Kelly Says

Czech dissidents under communism practiced 'antipolitics' by forming underground networks and performing theater—they created parallel society outside official political channels!

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