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Jacobin Show: Can the US Become a Social Democracy? w/ Bhaskar Sunkara

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Navigating the Crisis of American Social Democracy

This chapter examines the stagnation of political change in the U.S. since 2008 amidst economic bubbles and crisis for the working class, stressing the disconnect between economic growth and individual well-being. It discusses the challenges facing social democracy, including declining workers' bargaining power and the need for stronger labor rights, while exploring potential pathways toward socialism. The speakers highlight the importance of grassroots movements and organizing for fundamental demands to revitalize a politically engaged working-class culture.

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