

Understanding Siege Socialism w/ Gabriel Rockhill
Jul 9, 2024
Gabriel Rockhill, the Founding Director of the Critical Theory Workshop and a leading scholar in Marxism, delves into the provocative concept of 'siege socialism.' He explains the dynamic interplay of historical materialism and dialectics, highlighting how socialist movements navigate external threats. Rockhill critiques Western misunderstandings of the Soviet Union and the complexities of socialist state-building amid imperialism. He draws lessons from history and emphasizes the need for deeper comprehension within the Western left to evolve socialism effectively.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Understanding Siege Socialism and Historical Materialism
04:42 • 14min
Siege Socialism: Historical Contexts and Challenges
18:42 • 17min
The Misunderstanding of Soviet Leadership and Western Disinformation
35:47 • 3min
Evolving Socialism: Lessons from History
38:47 • 10min
The Berlin Wall: Security or Sovereignty?
48:58 • 6min
Navigating Socialist Challenges
55:07 • 7min