the American socialist movement
They were well organized and knowledgeable about socialism
No. Iran is a theocratic country but there's some socialist practices. That's because Islamic laws have socialist characters throughout history. Also Iran is anti-imperialist country and opposes globalisation.
Litterally, they proclaimed "the democratic and social republic". The rebellious workers' leaders were either ''radicals' or socialists and Communist ideas or leaders played no role. So a 'socialist takeover' is the best choice here.
They act as a joint leadership, with no one individual as leader. Joe Higgins would be the most prominent of their members.
July 29, 1921 was the day that the leaders of the National Socialist Workers Party acknowledged that Hitler had replaced Drexler (its founder) as leader of the party.
The USSR formerly had republics and not states. Some of them include Soviet Socialist Republic, Federative Socialist Republic Ukrainian, and Soviet Socialist Republic Byelorussian.
Several African leaders implemented socialist policies to transform their economies, most notably Julius Nyerere of Tanzania, who advocated for Ujamaa or "familyhood," emphasizing collective agriculture and social welfare. Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana also promoted socialist principles, focusing on state ownership of key industries to drive economic development. Similarly, Thomas Sankara of Burkina Faso implemented radical reforms aimed at self-sufficiency and reducing dependency on foreign aid. These leaders aimed to address colonial legacies and promote social equity through their socialist frameworks.
Bismarck blamed the socialists for attempted assassinations on the Kaiser then held elections. To his surprise, the socialist party grew in numbers, rather than decline as a result of his campaign.
In socialism, individuals often become leaders through a combination of political activism, community involvement, and alignment with socialist ideals. Leadership can emerge from grassroots movements, labor organizations, or political parties that prioritize collective ownership and social equity. Meritocratic elements, such as demonstrated commitment to social justice and economic equality, also play a role, as leaders are typically chosen based on their ability to inspire and mobilize others towards common goals. Additionally, some socialist systems may have structured pathways for leadership within party hierarchies or councils.
Nobody. The Socialist movement has no need of leaders. Workers must liberate themselves.
No. The US economy has included strict capitalistic and some socialist policies for decades. The current trend is away from socialist policies rather than toward them.