Taking a look around

Barker looks at how cultural studies has discussed the broad topic of “cultural politics”. One of the most interesting portions of this chapter was the delineation between “traditional” and “organic” intellectuals. While intellectuals have traditionally been people working in places like universities and the media, Barker presents a contrasting “organic” intellectual, influential movements of thinkers within the working class. This group offers a “counter-hegemonic class” to think through key societal issues.

Where are church leaders to fit into this mix?