What is Liberal Socialism? - Matthew McManus

Come join Triangle Common Good this September in reading Matthew McManus' What is Liberal Socialism? With the recent wins of democratic socialist candidates and the rise of left-wing populism across the globe, the question of what liberal socialism actually is has become increasingly important. In this book, McManus provides a comprehensive overview of liberal socialism as a political and economic philosophy, tracing its history from the early utopian socialists through to contemporary thinkers. He argues that liberal socialism offers a middle path between classical liberalism and revolutionary socialism, emphasizing both individual liberty and economic equality. The book explores how liberal socialism differs from other left-wing ideologies and examines its potential relevance for addressing contemporary political and economic challenges.