David Marquand: The Pluralist Dilemma

Abstract David Marquand was first and foremost a political pluralist. This set him against the predominant arch‐tribalist politics which has been dominant within the Labour Party since its creation. This short reflection on David's theoretical and practical approach to political engagement examines the opportunities and challenges presented by progressive pluralism. It argues that such an approach is the only way take on and defeat the growth of national populism.