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Paul Kelly
Professor of political theory at the London School of Economics and author of Against Post-Liberalism (Polity, 2025), focusing on critiques of post-liberal movements and their implications for the left.
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Dec 26, 2025
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Paul Kelly, "Against Postliberalism: Why ‘Family, Faith and Flag’ is a Dead End for the Left" (Polity, 2025)
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In this engaging discussion, Paul Kelly, a Professor of Political Theory at the London School of Economics, critiques post-liberalism's rise. He identifies three main strands—populism, communitarianism, and authoritarianism—that threaten progress. Kelly argues that nostalgia for the past obscures the necessary evolution of society. He emphasizes the risks of false consciousness and authoritarianism echoing past political movements. The conversation also explores liberalism's role in shaping a fair future amidst deep moral disputes.
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