The epistemic foundations of injustice: lessons from the Young Marx

This article explores the intersection of early Marxian concepts (alienation, ideology, proletariat) and contemporary understandings of epistemic injustice. It examines how Marx's concept of alienation reflects the experience of individuals subjected to norms they cannot recognize as their own, proposing emancipatory praxis as a solution. The article then analyzes Marx's concept of the proletariat, distinguishing between "liberal" and "human" emancipation. A contemporary example illustrates the usefulness of Marx's analysis, leading to a discussion of epistemic injustice and its relationship to Marxian categories. The article highlights the transformative and constitutive role of the excluded in creating new social realities and the universal character of their demands.

Gianfranco Casuso