STICERD Public Events and Lectures
Hosted by Alternatives to Capitalism and the Ralph Miliband Programme
Anti-fascist economics
Isabella Weber (Massachusetts Amherst), Lea Ypi (London School of Economics)
Tuesday 24 November 2026 19:00 - 20:30
Old Theatre, Ground Floor, Old Building, LSE, Houghton Street, London WC2A 2AE
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About this event
Amid the consolidation of far-right movements around the globe, Isabella Weber invites us to think about a new economic paradigm to halt the rise of fascism
What must we do to establish an economic system that centres people’s needs and dignity, while also serving democracy?
Amid the consolidation of far-right movements around the globe, Isabella Weber invites us to think about a new economic paradigm to halt the rise of fascism. Her new book, Anti-Fascist Economics: In Defence of Affordability, Dignity and Democracy (2026), explores why affordability constitutes the foundation of democracy.
Join us for a provocative and inspiring conversation between Isabella Weber and Lea Ypi as we explore these questions.
How can I attend?
This event is free and open to all with no ticket required. Entry is on a first come, first served basis.
Meet our speaker and chair
Isabella Weber is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, an Associate in Research at the Fairbank Center, Harvard University, and a Fellow of the OSF Ideas Workshop. Isabella works on policy responses to inflation and have advised policymakers in the US, Germany, Europe and Latin America on price stabilization measures. Her new book, Anti-Fascist Economics, is released by Penguin Random House in fall 2026.
Lea Ypi is Ralph Miliband Professor in Politics and Philosophy at LSE, a permanent fellow of the Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin and an Honorary Professor in Philosophy at the Australian National University.
Any questions?
For any queries email m.bastida-Antich@lse.ac.uk
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