Reinventing Revolution: The changing nature of Latin American Social Movements

Focusing on the evolution of revolutionary movements, this seminar paper examines the unique characteristics of the Cuban Revolution within the broader context of 20th-century anticolonial struggles and socialist transitions. It analyzes Che Guevara's role and the implications of Cuba's revolutionary path, questioning whether it serves as an exception or a vanguard model for other movements in Latin America. The paper provides a critical exploration of citizenship and political theory in the region, highlighting the complexities and heterodox nature of revolutionary ideologies.