Episode
Radical Liberalism w/ Alex Zakaras I American Prestige
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- The Nation Podcasts
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- May 5, 2026
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- 3375
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Summary
Danny and Derek welcome to the show Alex Zakaras, professor of political science at the University of Vermont, to talk about the history and future of radical liberalism. They discuss liberalism’s relationship to republicanism, the American liberal tradition, equal freedom, defensive liberalism after 2016, neoliberalism, Cold War liberalism, socialism, racial hierarchy, labor power, democratic crisis, and whether liberalism can still offer a politics of freedom and equality. Be sure to grab a copy of Alex’s book Freedom for All: What a Liberal Society Could Be . Don't miss our livestream this Wednesday, May 6, at 8 pm ET on our YouTube channel . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy