Rethinking Political Myth, Unpacking the Settler–Colonial Dream of an "American Arcadia".

  • Published In: Constellations: An International Journal of Critical & Democratic Theory, 2025, v. 32, n. 2. P. 321 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bottici, Chiara 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the influence of classical Greek architecture and philosophy on American identity, particularly through the lens of Bard College's Ionic temple, which houses the books of philosopher Hannah Arendt. It discusses how the association of Ancient Greece with ideals of democracy and culture has been appropriated in the U.S., often overshadowing the perspectives of contemporary Greeks and indigenous peoples. The author critiques the neoclassical architectural mandate proposed by former President Donald Trump, linking it to a broader American mythology that romanticizes settler colonialism and perpetuates Eurocentric narratives in philosophy and education. The piece calls for a critical engagement with these historical narratives to acknowledge and include diverse philosophical traditions and perspectives. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Constellations: An International Journal of Critical & Democratic Theory. 2025/06, Vol. 32, Issue 2, p321
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Ethnic and Cultural Studies
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1351-0487
  • DOI:10.1111/1467-8675.12812
  • Accession Number:186312682
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