James C. Scott

James C. Scott is a prominent political scientist and anthropologist known for his work on resistance and power dynamics in society. His influential books, like "Weapons of the Weak" and "Seeing Like a State," explore how marginalized groups resist authority and how state planning often overlooks local knowledge and practices. Scott emphasizes the importance of everyday acts of resistance and the complexities of governance, advocating for understanding the voices and struggles of those often ignored by dominant narratives. His work encourages a more nuanced view of power and the ways people navigate and challenge it in their lives.