Defending the Deleuzian Becoming-Democratic

Actions and Abstractions: Deleuzian Lines of Flight · Aug 10, 2026 · 43m

This Deep Dive examines an article by Paul Patton where he examines the complex relationship between Deleuzian philosophy and democratic politics, specifically responding to critics who view the philosopher’s work as anti-democratic. While Deleuze and Guattari often critiqued existing states for their ties to global capitalism, Patton argues that their thought remains deeply committed to egalitarian values. The text addresses three primary objections: Deleuze’s rejection of universal human rights, his preference for minoritarian movements over majoritarian rule, and his philosophical…