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The Paradox of ‘Progressive Neoliberalism’: Understanding the Left’s Embrace of Market Reforms in Contemporary Africa

Sat, April 5, 3:20 to 4:50pm CDT (3:20 to 4:50pm CDT), Palmer House Hilton, Floor: 3rd, Indiana

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This article applies Nancy Fraser's concept of 'progressive neoliberalism' to Ghana and Nigeria, examining how leftist movements in these countries shifted from African socialism to accepting and promoting neoliberal principles.

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