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Prophetic pragmatism encompasses a moral vision that combines pragmatism with a call for justice and human rights.

West argues against nihilism by promoting a philosophy of hope and possibility grounded in human action and democratic traditions.

West criticizes technocratic liberalism for neglecting the substantive questions of democracy, focusing instead on procedural and technical issues.

West famously stated that 'justice is what love looks like in public', signifying a cornerstone of his prophetic pragmatism.

West extends pragmatism's reach by explaining social issues through the lens of intersectionality, considering the overlap of race, class, and gender.

West revitalizes the Socratic tradition through pragmatic thought, focusing on dialogue and the stimulation of critical thinking.

According to West, democracy should be viewed not just as a political system but as a way of life that influences all aspects of society.

West views intellectuals as critical participants in democracy, responsible for critique and engagement with social issues.

Race is a central concern for West, where he applies pragmatic theory to analyze and confront racial injustice and inequality.

West believes that pragmatism contributes to political theory by insisting on the contingency and openness of political processes.

Cornel West combines pragmatism with African American religious thought to create prophetic pragmatism.

Cornel West emphasizes the need for cultural critique to understand the complexities of human experiences and challenge power structures.

For West, truth is a process of creative synthesis, merging the American pragmatic tradition with Marxist analysis.

West draws analogies between jazz improvisation and pragmatic thought, highlighting creativity, adaptability, and democratic discourse.