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Unraveling the First Revisionism Controversy with James of Prolekult Films

Jul 17, 2023

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Episode notes

Introduction

3min

The Revisionism Controversy

5min

The Inevitability of Socialism Thesis

2min

The Marxist Schema and the Breakdown of Modes of Production

2min

The Limits of Capitalism

3min

The Over Accumulation Crisis in Agriculture

2min

The Revisionist Confrontations

5min

The German Socialist Party and the Second International

3min

The Rise of the SPD in the Age of Revisionism

3min

10.

The Purity of Doctrine Question

3min

11.

The Social Basis of Revisionism in the SPD

6min

12.

The Ripple Effects of Socialist Movements Outside of Germany

2min

13.

The Initial Response to Bernstein's Original Work

2min

14.

The SPD's Politics in the Second World War

2min

15.

The Rise of the Socialist Right Within the SPA Day

2min

16.

Burn Scenes on Violence

3min

17.

The Consolidation of the Socialist Right and the Marxist Center

2min

18.

The Counter-Tension of Kowski's Theory of Ultra Imperialism

2min

19.

The Evolution Versus Breakdown Debate

3min

20.

The Struggles That Come Next in the SPD Debate

3min

21.

The Unseen Implications of the SBA Debate

4min

22.

The Implications of the Breakdown Theory Debate

2min

23.

The Importance of the Reformer Revolution in the Western Left

4min

24.

The Disappointment of Reformists

2min

25.

Bernstein and the Left Opposition

2min

26.

The Confusion of Theory and Practical Activity in the Marxist Movements

2min

27.

The Different Traditions of the Left in Britain

2min

28.

The Americanization of Politics

2min

29.

The History of the United States

2min

30.

The Left Is Self Deluded

3min

31.

The Politics of Inaction

2min

32.

The Labour Party's Failure in the Third Period

4min

33.

The Disillusionment of the American Situation

2min

34.

The RMT's Failure to Build a Workers Stake

2min

35.

The Conservative Party's Social Contract in a Moment of Weakness

2min

36.

The Bonus Problem: We Can't Keep Leaders to Save Your Life

3min

37.

The Revisionist Controversy in Britain

3min

38.

The Tories Aren't Paying Any Price for It

2min

39.

The Tory Party and the Monopoly Capitalists

3min

40.

The Unholy Alliance of the British Working Class

3min

41.

The Divergent Politics of the United States

3min

42.

The Problem With the Revisionist Controversy

2min

43.

The Importance of Understanding Our Different Contexts

4min

44.

How to Support Varmblog

2min

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What impact did the first revisionism controversy within the Second International have on the socialist movement? Join me and James from Prolekult Films as we untangle the complexities of this historical debate and uncover the lasting consequences it had on the socialist movement. We'll explore the origins of the controversy, the social and political conditions in Germany during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and the positions of key figures like Bernstein and Kautsky.

Together, we'll navigate the twists and turns of this significant debate and its implications on the development of socialist thought. We'll examine the challenges faced by the socialist movement in both Britain and the US, discussing the dissolution of social democracy in the Labour Party, the rise of apologists for Bidenism, and the increasingly concerning migrant situation in Britain. James and I will also compare the debates and tensions in Marxist theory and the contradictions between the scientific method of inquiry and its mass ideological project.

This insightful conversation will leave you with a deeper understanding of the first revisionism controversy and its lasting impact on the socialist movement. We'll also touch on the importance of building Marxist education and support in today's world, sharing our thoughts on reading groups, grassroots campaigns, and potential resources to help spread Marxist thought. Don't miss out on this unique and thought-provoking episode as we delve into the intricacies of socialist history and its modern implications.

James of Prolekult films and I talk about the context of the Revisionist controversy and its long-term effects on socialist understanding. You can support James' work here.

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