Matt McManus

Join political theorist Matt McManus, whose work in Jacobin and his upcoming book delve into the idea of liberal socialism. He explains why he champions this blend, tracing the evolution of liberal equality from Aristotle to modern times. Matt critiques possessive individualism and argues for a reconciled liberal and socialist framework, advocating for policies like worker cooperatives and market socialism. He also explores the historical lessons from figures like Bernstein and emphasizes the need for public engagement in reshaping political discourse.

Matt McManus, a political theorist known for his work on liberal socialism, dives into the tumultuous relationship between fascism and socialism. He explains fascism through the lens of palingenetic ultranationalism and discusses its populist appeal compared to traditional conservatism. The conversation covers America's proto-fascist traditions, the complexities of the Nazi party's socialist claims, and the ideological failure of red-brown alliances. McManus also highlights the dangers of modern populism and calls for a united front of left and liberal forces against rising authoritarianism.