Science and democracy (and Social Democracy): Scientific Questions for the Parrty of European Socialists (PES) in the 21st century
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This paper argues that science and technology have been closely linked to the crisis of social democracy, as this political culture drew strength from the optimism about scientific progress. The paper reviews the literature on the decline of social democracy to assess how its role has been perceived. Then, it describes the evolving impact of scientific issues on the programs of PES in the 21st century, as it was central to new policies of economic intervention to build human capital. Finally, it shows elements of continuity with the rhetoric and policies of the Cold War era, despite attempts by supporters of the Third Way to present it as completely new.
Source: New Europe College Yearbook
Authors: Scuola Superiore Meridionale, Naples, Ettore Costa
Institution: Scuola Superiore Meridionale
Language: English
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4408458936