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Jacobin Radio: Mass Politics Today w/ Nancy Fraser

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Jan 18, 2025
Nancy Fraser, a professor known for her insights on social justice, teams up with Trevor Ngwane, a South African activist. They tackle the harsh realities of neoliberalism in South Africa, exploring its impact on working-class movements and the pressing need for revitalization. Fraser questions how the Left can effectively engage with existing social forces and navigate the complexities of geopolitics today. Together, they envision a transformative working-class movement for the 21st century, highlighting the urgency of international solidarity amidst rising crises.
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ANECDOTE

Kagarlitsky's Visit and BRICS from Below

  • Patrick Bond mentions Boris Kagarlitsky's visit to Johannesburg during a relaxed academic boycott.
  • He also highlights the "BRICS from below" efforts and South Africa's complex relationship with Israel.
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Kagarlitsky's Heroism and Solidarity

  • Trevor Ngwane praises Kagarlitsky's defiance of Putin's regime and his solidarity with workers.
  • He connects Kagarlitsky's stance to the broader struggle against oppression, citing Palestine and Ukraine.
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Socialism vs. Barbarism

  • Ngwane discusses the stark choice between socialism and barbarism, highlighting the violence in Palestine and Ukraine.
  • He critiques the normalization of poverty, unemployment, and inequality in South Africa under ANC rule.
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