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Introduction
In his discussion of Wittgenstein, James C. Edwards writes that there is no such thing as a formula that applies itself, "one whose intrinsic meaning is independent of a conventional, public practice" (AL 163). The similar point can be made, and probably with less risk of controversy, that the significance of a theory will never be independent of the way people interpret that theory and respond to it. This paper evaluates how one might respond to Cornel West's "Afro-American critical thought." First, West's theory is outlined as it is presented by the theorist himself. Second, the significance of key features of his approach to theory with regard to formulating a response is evaluated. At the same time, we will assess the importance of those features to any theory which takes society as its field of inquiry.
The core of West's presentation of his Afro-American critical thought contains two elements. First, West provides an account of the history of......

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