Douglas Greene

Douglas Greene, an independent Marxist historian specializing in 19th- and 20th-century political theory, delves into the intricate legacy of Stalin in his latest book. He critiques contemporary defenses of Stalin, arguing they often rely on conspiratorial thinking and misinterpretations of history. Greene also dissects the myths surrounding Trotsky and the Moscow Trials, emphasizing the flawed reliance on coerced confessions. He champions a rational approach to history while reflecting on how emotional ties can lead militants to embrace conspiracies in their fight for socialism.