For a Pragmatics of the Useless

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Exploring the intersection of neurodiversity and black life, Erin Manning delves into concepts that defy traditional standards of value and function. Central to her argument is the idea that "all black life is neurodiverse life," suggesting a unique relationship between these identities. Manning critiques the normative baselines established by neurotypicality and whiteness, advocating for a "schizoanalysis" that embraces alternative ways of living and learning. By engaging with black radical traditions and figures like Félix Guattari, she highlights the potential of what is often deemed "useless."