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Western Marxism is not anti-colonial w/ Gabriel Rockhill

The Red Nation Podcast

CHAPTER

Reassessing State Power in Anti-Colonial Struggles

This chapter explores the intricate connections between state power, colonialism, and anti-colonial movements, challenging Western Marxist interpretations that view the state negatively. It emphasizes the role of state strength in supporting revolutionary efforts against imperialism while critiquing the focus on identity politics that can hinder substantive class struggle. The discussion also highlights historical comparisons and critiques of both Western and Eastern Marxist perspectives, advocating for a nuanced understanding of socialist movements.

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