The Promises and Pitfalls of Municipal Socialism

Harvard HLS

Prerequisite: None Exam Type: No Exam At a moment when the possibility of a nationwide progressive agenda feels distant, suddenly everyone is thinking about cities. The election of Zohran Mamdani, in particular, has generated renewed attention to and excitement about city government. This course explores the potential and limits of municipal socialism as a strategy for democratizing economic life and improving the lives of everyday people. Students will gain a better understanding of…