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The last three decades have seen an increase in the number of political upheavals that challenge existing power structures. This book compellingly explores a series of such upheavals from eastern europe to subs in africa. In addition, the book engages in theorization of revolution, dealing with questions such as the relationship between class struggle and social movements. The prospects for scialist revolution in the 20 first century are also discussed.

Dan interviews scholars Aldo Madariaga and Camila Vergara about how Chilean politics have been playing out since the massive popular uprisings that began in October 2019. Further reading: jacobinlat.com/2021/06/19/el-neoliberalismo-atenta-contra-la-democracia-2 newleftreview.org/sidecar/posts/burying-pinochet jacobinmag.com/2021/06/rene-rojas-interview-democracy-new-constitution-constituent-assembly-plebiscite-left-chile Support The Dig at Patreon.com/TheDig and (soon) receive our weekly newsletter.