Harold Laski and American Liberalism

Harold Laski's journey as a prominent figure in American liberalism reveals the complexities of his influence and decline. Initially celebrated for his support of the New Deal, he became a key Marxist intellectual, providing clarity during uncertain times. However, by the postwar era, his reputation waned, contributing to the Democratic Party's struggles in the 1948 elections. The narrative highlights Laski's tragic entrapment within Marxian dialectics, which ultimately stifled his reasoning and led to his intellectual downfall.