‘Bewilderment and Confusion on the Left?’ | Counter Punch
Posted by Faiz on July 31st, 2008
Gary Leupp analyzes divisions within the Left.
“Marxist-Leninists see imperialism as a logical outgrowth of capitalism, it’s “highest stage” whereas libertarian and some other critics see it merely as a policy adopted by governments. They see it, in fact, as at odds with capitalism as an idealized system. We can leave that debate aside as we jointly try to build an antiwar movement in this particular capitalist, imperialist country, and as we try to understand the complex mix of factors that drive the current trend towards more war.”
