Blueprint for a Nonviolent Revolution

Tune into this episode of the Lean to the Left Podcast as host Bob Gatty welcomes guest Michael Goldstein, a retired criminal appeals lawyer and author of 'Return of the Light' and 'Blessed Disillusionment.'

Goldstein offers a blueprint for a massive nonviolent revolution to address issues like social justice, economic and health security, and sustainability, which he says is urgently needed.

He critiques the two-party system and emphasizes the ineffectiveness of traditional advocacy methods in enacting real change. Goldstein proposes a step-by-step process for building a grassroots movement and confronts the challenges posed by Donald Trump.

The discussion delves into the role of the Democratic Party and the systemic issues that fuel discontent and fascism.

It is Goldstein's view that Democrats’ retaking of the Senate and White House in 2020 moderated the excesses of the Trump Administration. However, that simultaneously restoked the fires that led to Trump’s 2016 electoral victory and the too-close-for-comfort 2020 results by failing to serve the interests of the vast majority of us. We reap what we sew.

Tune in for an insightful conversation on the path forward for progressive politics.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

00:44 Michael Goldstein's Background and Books

01:39 The Message of 'Blessed Disillusionment'

03:37 Critique of the Two-Party System

06:00 Building a Nonviolent Revolutionary Movement

10:08 Challenges and Strategies for Nonviolent Movements

19:03 The Role of Democrats and the Need for Revolution

30:19 Michael Goldstein's Career and Activism

34:41 Conclusion and Contact Information

About Bob Gatty

Bob Gatty is a former journalist and communications consultant, the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of its podcast.

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