Judt's big point is that we need relearn the discourse of equality and public good. In that he is definitely right. Although there are cracks in the armour, the discourse of capitalist realism is very much alive and well. Especially among the youth of the 60s. Points for offering solutions in addition to pointing out problems, even if in this Judt joins a host of other neo-Keynesians somewhat unoriginally. He doesn't quite answer how to avoid the fence-sitting that had plagued social democracy since its inception, unfortunately. Well, maybe this book was rushed due to the illness of the author. It is a good book with some interesting and insightful comments. The problems abound in format, direction and flow. Too many times the author starts to explain a current or recent situation and immediately address past occurrences. Then comes back to the present, then goes back further in time. Combined with staggered sentences and fluffy language, the book's sentiments get lost in the author's seeming desire to sound smart. Future editions beg for an editor The foundational problem here is that Judt cannot grasp his intended audience. If Social Democracy is needed, in some form, and the people do not understand it from Socialism, then they need to be educated. This book would be a great start for them, except it would fail fantastically at such an effort due to the above. Consequently, this book is for Social Democrats as a support mechanism.
What do You think about Guasto è Il Mondo (2011)?
What's wrong with America? Plenty. Tony Judt knows and diagnoses our many sicknesses very well.
—Haterfire
Este es un panfleto reivindicatorio de Keynes. Agradable de leer
—Patrash1
