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Class Unity

Class Unity
Political Economy
Marxism
Neoliberalism
Identity Politics
Capitalism
Democratic Party
Fiscal Policy
Military Keynesianism
Class Politics
Donald Trump
Social Justice
Labor Movement
Modern Monetary Theory
Defense Spending
Economic Issues
Latino Voters
Election Outcomes
Political Realignment
Higher Education
Inequality

We are a Marxist pole of attraction that works both within the DSA and outside of it to support the development of class struggle politics.

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Steve Hall is Professor Emeritus of Criminology at Teeside University (UK). He writes on criminology, sociology, political economy and leftist politics. Among many other publications, is the author of The Rise of the Right (2017) and The Death of the... more

Abraham taught German and European history at Princeton University from 1977 to 1985. After transitioning to law, he clerked for Judge Leonard Garth of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit from 1989 to 1990 and then worked as an a... more

Prof. L. Randall Wray joined Class Unity to talk about Modern Monetary Theory, heterodox economics, and the future of economic studies.

Prof. Wray is a professor of Economics at Bard College and Senior Scholar at the Levy Economics Institute. Previ... more

We are joined by William I. Robinson for a conversation on the global implications of the recent US attack on Venezuela. The discussion will place this and other acts of US aggression within the broader crisis of world capitalism, the breakdown of th... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Benjamin Studebaker
Political theorist and writer who teaches and publishes in both contemporary political theory and the history of political thought.
Independent Academic
Episode: Benjamin Studebaker on The Chronic Crisis of American Democracy | A Q&A with Class Unity
Alex Hochuli
Author and host of BungaCast podcast
BungaCast
Episode: Transmissions Ep. 18: Technofeudalism versus Total Capitalism (w/ Alex Hochuli)
Adolph Reed Jr.
Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania and Distinguished Visiting Professor of Politics at Mount Holyoke College.
Mount Holyoke College
Episode: Adolph Reed Jr. | No More Compromises
Jan Toporowski
Visiting Professor of Economics at King's College London, previously at SOAS, and an expert on Michał Kalecki's economic theories.
King's College London
Episode: Jan Toporowski – Military Keynesianism, Kalecki, and the Current Crisis of International Politics
Mitch Hernandez
Doctoral candidate in Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature with a focus on neoliberalism
University of Minnesota
Episode: Class, Capitalism, and Higher Education w/ Mitch Hernandez and Adam Rensch
Adam Rensch
PhD in English and Creative Writing, writes about class politics and inequality
University of Illinois, Chicago
Episode: Class, Capitalism, and Higher Education w/ Mitch Hernandez and Adam Rensch
Mattie C. Webb
Postdoctoral associate at Yale University's Jackson School of Global Affairs
Yale University
Episode: Mattie C. Webb: The Politics of Labor, Race, and Sanctions in Apartheid South Africa.
Ben Thomason
PhD in American Studies from Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green State University
Episode: Transmissions Ep. 1 7 w/ Ben Thomason
Bill Gates
Prominent figure involved in various industries including technology and landownership.
Episode: FTC Manning Talks to Class Unity about Rent, Land, Class, and Politics.

Hosts

Andy Schaeffer
Facilitator of the Class Unity Speaker Series; long-running host.
Martin Thompson-Jones
Co-host/host across multiple series within the network.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Clownshoes… Like listening to a bad faith Chapo parody…

    2 quotes from the deeply pathetic election episode…

    “Harris campaign has recognized that they have a crisis with the male vote, right? But she won't even go on Rogan, you know?”

    “The number of states and the number of women within those states who've actually had their right to an abortion meaningfully constrained since the overturn of Roe v. Wade is like, it's tiny.”

    So, not appearing on the Joe Rogan Experience is a grave electoral miscalculation, but campaigning on guaranteeing that the ... more

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  • Fantastic first episode

    Y’all might’ve actually convinced me to join Class Unity off that show alone and I hope this thing keeps rolling.

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    United States4 years ago

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Some reviews note strong, polarizing takes that challenge mainstream narratives.
Listeners appreciate rigorous Marxist analysis and real-world policy critique.
First episode feedback highlighted strong engagement and potential to convert casual listeners to the show's worldview.
A few episodes are praised for accessible guest discussions and clear connections to class struggle.

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Benjamin Studebaker on The Chronic Crisis of American Democracy | A Q&A with Class Unity
Q: What is the relationship between cultural politics and economic populism?
The left has adopted a failed strategy for trying to get more of its members into Congress by favoring cultural issues over economic issues.
Benjamin Studebaker on The Chronic Crisis of American Democracy | A Q&A with Class Unity
Q: Could you introduce your book?
The Way is Shut really is an attempt to contextualize this crisis of American democracy within the economic system.
Class, Higher Education, and Consciousness | Q&A with Gary Roth
Q: Could you introduce your book? What is it about and what is so important about this topic?
The book analyzes what happens to college graduates after they finish their degree, focusing on their struggles in the job market and the reconfiguration of the working class due to the expansion of higher education.
FTC Manning Talks to Class Unity about Rent, Land, Class, and Politics.
Q: How do you see landlords and industrial capitalists interacting today?
This relationship is characterized by tension, as landlords seek to maximize ground rents while industrial capitalists aim to minimize land costs, questioning the traditional binary of labor versus capital.
FTC Manning Talks to Class Unity about Rent, Land, Class, and Politics.
Q: Why do you think Marxists have been resistant to the idea that landlords represent a distinct class?
Resistance may stem from the desire to maintain a dualistic view of class conflict, where everyone is seen as part of the working class against the capitalists, making it uncomfortable to recognize landlords as separate actors in class struggle.

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The show centers on class struggle through a Marxist lens, hosting conversations with scholars, economists, and activists who critique capitalism, imperialism, and higher education dynamics. Episodes often explore wealth inequality, the role of finance, and strategic approaches to organizing working-class politics, with guests ranging from university professors to political organizers. A notable strength is its willingness to challenge mainstream narratives and propose alternatives grounded in socialist and anti-imperialist critique, making it a potential fit for listeners seeking rigorous political economy analysis and activist strategies.

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1. Dr. Benjamin Studebaker
2. Alex Hochuli
3. Adolph Reed Jr.
4. Jan Toporowski
5. Mitch Hernandez
6. Adam Rensch
7. Mattie C. Webb
8. Ben Thomason

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