Michael Hardt

Michael Hardt is a political theorist and philosopher known for his work on globalization, democracy, and power structures. Alongside Antonio Negri, he co-authored influential books like *Empire* and *Multitude*, challenging traditional ideas of sovereignty and emphasizing the interconnected, networked nature of modern authority. Hardt explores how global capitalism influences social relations, advocating for new forms of collective activism and democratic participation. His work encourages understanding power not just as centralized control but as dispersed across systems, fostering discussions on how people can collaboratively shape society and resist oppressive structures in an interconnected world.