Cooperatives and Socialism: A View from Cuba

This book presents the cooperative economy as a viable alternative to the neoliberal capitalist and authoritarian socialist models currently in use around the world. The authors contend that the cooperative model is based on principles essential to building a more just and equitable society. The democratic decision making process is indispensable for advancing towards a society that can better fulfil material and social needs, helping to motivate workers and promoting solidarity. It is argued that the cooperative model would not only be the best economic reform alternative for Cuba, but would radically transform other societies as well.