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Commentary 6: Art, value, and social power

PHIL 150, Introduction to philosophy, Fall 2026

1 Assignment

Put two texts into conversation with each other—most naturally, DuBois and Lorde, or Nochlin and Siebers. Identify their shared problem and explain any important differences (differences need not necessitate disagreement). Describe, further, any issues related to that problem that neither addresses or that they don’t fully address.

For general guidelines, see the page on unit commentaries.