Dig: Settler Empire w/ Aziz Rana
Jacobin Radio
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Radical Movements and Constitutional Critique
This chapter examines the rise of radical movements in the U.S., focusing on agrarian populism and labor activism, as exemplified by figures like August Spies. It critiques the U.S. Constitution as a vehicle for class oppression while exploring the interplay of socialist, anarchist, and progressive reformers challenging economic inequalities. Additionally, it discusses the historical debates on constitutional reform and the necessity of re-evaluating foundational documents to advance democracy and social justice.
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