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#1024 Matthew McManus: The Political Theory of Liberal Socialism

The Dissenter

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Navigating Optimism and Pessimism in Political Theory

This chapter explores the tension between optimistic intellectual movements, particularly in liberal socialism, and the pessimistic reality of the current political climate dominated by far-right ideologies. The discussion emphasizes the need for liberals to inspire hope and re-evaluate traditional ideals in response to the challenges posed by contemporary politics.

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