THE APPEAL OF MAOISM IN PRE-INDUSTRIAL, SEMICOLONIAL, POLITICAL CULTURES

In: Political science quarterly: PSQ ; the journal public and international affairs, Band 74, Heft 1, S. 71-88

Abstract

The primary method of supporting the national independence & liberation movements in Asia, Africa & Latin America envisaged by Mao Tse-Tung, is through the example of his own victory in China. Resting on a multi-class basis & armed with nationalist appeal, the concept of a new democracy may appeal to the traditionally anti-Communist classes as well as to all who are willing to collaborate for various considerations. The inclusion of the bourgeoisie in such a multi-class alliance is a very important point in Mao's scheme, while the appeal to the peasantry is based on a promise of agrarian reform & that to the workers on the vision of increased soc, econ & pol'al status. Objective conditions prevailing in countries on the verge of modern industrial culture leave them susceptible to a Communist offensive regardless of the present numerical strength of the Communist parties, & because of similarities between China & these countries, Maoism can be a serviceable model of action for communists & anti- gradualists to follow. IPSA.