Il partito radicale e il radicalismo italiano by Romolo Murri

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Il partito radicale e il radicalismo italiano by Romolo Murri is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The text delves into the development and significance of the radical party in Italy, exploring its ideals, struggles, and evolution within the political landscape. The main topic revolves around the principles of radicalism in Italy and its interplay with democracy, social movements, and the clerical opposition. At the start of the work, Murri outlines the intentions of a committee aimed at promoting democratic education and combating ignorance and prejudice within society. He highlights the necessity for political parties in Italy to engage and inspire new electorates, especially as universal suffrage approaches. The discussion touches upon the crisis faced by Italian political parties and reflects on the radical party’s historical role and contemporary challenges, framing the radical movement as essential for the advancement of democracy and social justice. Murri emphasizes the need for introspection and active engagement in the political sphere to cultivate a more socially aware citizenry, as well as the importance of addressing the contrasting ideologies of radicalism and clericalism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)