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This article revisits Actor-Network Theory (ANT), offering clarifications and addressing common misunderstandings. Latour emphasizes that ANT is not a theory but a methodology, a way of tracing associations and avoiding premature explanations. He clarifies the concept of "actant," highlighting its non-human agency and challenging anthropocentric views. The article also delves into the complexities of ANT, discussing issues like the role of the observer, the nature of networks, and the political implications of the approach. Latour argues for a more attentive and symmetrical approach to understanding the world, acknowledging the contributions of both human and non-human actors in shaping reality.

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