

Bhaskar Sunkara, "The Socialist Manifesto: The Case for Radical Politics in an Era of Extreme Inequality" (Basic Books, 2020)
Aug 29, 2024
Bhaskar Sunkara, the editor of Jacobin magazine, dives deep into the roots and relevance of socialism today. He shares his immigrant upbringing and how public libraries shaped his Marxist views. Sunkara discusses the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America and the need for radical politics to combat extreme inequality. He critiques historical leftist movements and emphasizes the importance of balancing individual freedoms with workers' rights. The conversation explores socialism's potential to create a more equitable society and the necessity for engaging local communities in political processes.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
The Journey to Marxism: Influences of an Immigrant's Youth
05:31 • 2min
Reviving Socialism: DSA and Jacobin's Journey
07:57 • 11min
The Necessity of Confrontation in Politics
19:09 • 5min
Radical Politics and Socialism's Evolution
24:00 • 22min
Geopolitical Reflections and the Complexities of Pandemic Response
46:00 • 5min
Reassessing the Left: Lessons from History
50:32 • 11min
The Case for a Fulfilled Society: Insights on Socialism
01:01:46 • 2min