To mark the publication of his latest book – Postliberal Politics – Professor Adrian Pabst, Deputy Director for Social and Political Economy, will be in conversation with Jason Cowley, editor of the New Statesman, at an exclusive event hosted by the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR).

In his book Adrian argues that the alternative to failed ideologies is post-liberalism – a public political philosophy that combines greater economic justice with more social stability and ecological balance. This is the new political battleground: whoever can offer a consistent programme that fuses economically radical and socially moderate policies will be the dominant force in politics.

This event will examine this idea, exploring the shape of contemporary politics and questioning whether we’re seeing a fundamental realignment of politics or a mere tactical repositioning. How can we conceptualise what is going on when illiberal liberalism, techno-populism and the right’s turn towards the big state are just some of the paradoxical phenomena?

The discussion will be divided into different segments, and participants will be able to put questions to both speakers.

Please note that this webinar will be recorded for future distribution online.

As part of the webinar, participants can ask questions using the chat function or on microphone. If asking questions over microphone, your audio will be recorded. By asking questions over microphone, you agree to NIESR being able to record your audio and use your data in accordance with our privacy policy (www.niesr.ac.uk/privacy-policy). If you wish to ask a question but do not want to be recorded, please ask your question over the chat function.

If you have any questions, please email us on events@niesr.ac.uk

The Postliberal Moment - Adrian Pabst in conversation with Jason Cowley