What Zohran Can Learn from the Sewer Socialists - 375 EXCERPT

What Zohran Can Learn from the Sewer Socialists - 375 EXCERPT

Author: Ryan Cooper & Alexi the Greek December 9, 2025 Duration: 34:44
Today we've got Rutgers labor historian Eric Blanc back on to discuss his recent article on the sewer socialists of Milwaukee. Back in the early 20th century, Wisconsin was the epicenter of the most successful socialist movement in American history, with socialists running Milwaukee for nearly 50 years starting in 1910. How did they win, how did they build power, and what did they do with it? With Zohran Mamdani poised to take charge of New York, this is some highly relevant history. Check out the second half of the episode here!

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