Subjectivity, neoliberalism, and global capitalism

This contribution to the forum examines the utility of neoliberalism as an analytical tool in Kevin Funk’s account and raises questions about how capitalism is conceptualized within the book. Drawing on historical debates over the origins of capitalism and recent scholarship on commercial capitalism, it suggests alternative frameworks for understanding contemporary transformations in global political economy, including the implications of East Asia’s rise and Latin America’s shifting role in the global system.