Why did the middle class turn toward communism?
In short: This panel discussion explores the historical motivations behind middle-class recruitment to communist ideologies. It synthesizes findings from a series of seminars to address complex questions about social shift and political alignment.
Chaired by Sir Roderick Floud, the discussion serves as a culminating event for a series of seminars and workshops. The panel addresses specific themes and audience inquiries regarding the socio-economic factors that drove middle-class individuals toward communism.
The event is hosted by Gresham College, an institution that has maintained a tradition of providing free public lectures since 1597. This specific discussion contributes to a larger archive of over 1,500 accessible lectures aimed at public education.
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