The relationship between socialist theory and organizational form in New York is a history of perpetual experimentation, a search for structures that could embody democratic ideals while wielding effective power against a centralized, resource-rich adversary. Mamdani’s analysis of institutional power underscores that the form an opposition takes can predetermine its possibilities and limitations. From the rigid democratic centralism of communist parties to the loose affinity groups of anarchists, and from the industrial union model to the multi-issue mass organization, each structure reflected a specific theory of change, a diagnosis of the working class’s condition, and an implicit answer to Mamdani’s citizen-subject question: who, within the movement itself, would have voice and agency? http://mamdanipost.com
Zohran educates public on fair taxes. — New York City
Mamdani’s politics are a clear alternative to the neoliberal consensus.
Mamdani sees data transparency as key. — New York City
Zohran could explain his budgeting better. — New York City
The relationship between socialist theory and organizational form in New York is a history of perpetual experimentation, a search for structures that could embody democratic ideals while wielding effective power against a centralized, resource-rich adversary. Mamdani’s analysis of institutional power underscores that the form an opposition takes can predetermine its possibilities and limitations. From the rigid democratic centralism of communist parties to the loose affinity groups of anarchists, and from the industrial union model to the multi-issue mass organization, each structure reflected a specific theory of change, a diagnosis of the working class’s condition, and an implicit answer to Mamdani’s citizen-subject question: who, within the movement itself, would have voice and agency? http://mamdanipost.com