Author: Michalis Spourdalakis
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Reimagining Socialist Parties and Practice
Presentation at the Left Forum-Socialist Register memorial forum, “Beyond the Socialist Impasse: Remembering Leo Panitch,” June 5, 2021. I am sure that no one, especially those of us who knew … Keep reading »
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For Leo: the Teacher, the Friend, the Comrade
The news of his hospitalization came unexpectedly just a few weeks ago. When things became more difficult for him, Skype became the tool to carry out his “commitments.” You see, … Keep reading »
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Renewals and Transitions: Socialist Practice and Vision
Session 6 of the Transcending Pessimism, Reimagining Democracy conference: Renewals and Transitions: Socialist Practice and Vision. Presentations by Michalis Spourdalakis, Sam Gindin, Bhaskar Sunkara and Saeed Rahnema. Recorded in Toronto, 7 October 2017. Watch video »
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Rekindling Hope: SYRIZA’s Challenges and Prospects
Before turning to the main theme of this article it would be very useful to come to terms with at least the following preliminary observations: The left in government and … Keep reading »
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Syriza Before and After the Elections: To Fight Another Day
Michalis Spourdalakis interviewed by Pavlos Klavdianos Pavlos Klavdianos (PK): Will the elections bring about changes in the balance of power and on the political system? Michalis Spourdalakis (MS): The historical victory … Keep reading »
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SYRIZA’s Two Months in Government: Difficulties and Challenges
The First Round of Negotiations Almost a month after the agreement of the 20th of February between the new Greek government, the European Institutions and the IMF, we need to know … Keep reading »
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The Crisis and Socialist Strategy
Toronto — 11 June 2013. Lessons from the Greek Left Michalis Spourdalakis is a founding member of Syriza and currently serves on its policy planning committee. Professor of Political Science at … Watch video »
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Syriza’s Rise
The rise of Syriza, Greece’s Coalition of the Radical Left, in the May elections and in polls since has changed the political landscape of Europe. Michalis Spourdalakis, professor of political … Keep reading »