The Rise of the Global Left The World Social Forum and Beyond |
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| Author:
| De Sousa Santos, Boaventura |
| ISBN: | 978-1-281-21614-4 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2006 |
| Publisher: | Zed Books, Limited
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $75.34 |
Book Description:
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Leading sociologist Boaventura de Sousa Santos makes an impassioned case for the politicization of the World Social Forum. He argues that its full potential as a force for social, economic and political change can be achieved only if it takes a stand against neoliberal globalization, war, famine and corruption. However, since its inception, the WSF has preferred to provide a platform that facilitates cooperation between diverse social movements. Through a detailed analysis of the WSF s...
More DescriptionLeading sociologist Boaventura de Sousa Santos makes an impassioned case for the politicization of the World Social Forum. He argues that its full potential as a force for social, economic and political change can be achieved only if it takes a stand against neoliberal globalization, war, famine and corruption. However, since its inception, the WSF has preferred to provide a platform that facilitates cooperation between diverse social movements. Through a detailed analysis of the WSF s history and organization, de Sousa Santos argues that if the WSF is able to realize its potential as an institution for a new form of politics, it will become a global power to be reckoned with in the 21st century."