Construindo a Comuna

"Construindo a Comuna" explores the wave of global uprisings that have emerged since 2011, from Occupy Wall Street to the Primavera Árabe, and focuses on the successful development of radical democracy in Venezuela's communes. Author George Ciccariello-Maher interviews a diverse range of community activists, workers, students, and civil servants to evaluate the successes and shortcomings of the revolutionary movement. With inspiring lessons for contemporary radicals, "Construindo a Comuna" sheds light on the empowering achievements of self-organized communities in Venezuela and their impact on modern Latin American history.