Revolutionary Change and Historical Materialism

Exploring the interplay of revolutionary action, historical materialism, and class consciousness in the context of past events and current political movements. Critiquing the tendency to reproduce past ideologies rather than engage with present challenges, the chapter contrasts liberal notions of the end of history with Marxist insights on societal evolution and class conflict. Delving into the theory of the state from a Marxist perspective, it scrutinizes the bourgeois republic and the inherent contradictions in managing diverse class interests, drawing parallels to historical figures and potential shifts towards authoritarianism.