Bookchin, Murray

Murray Bookchin (1921–2006) was an American social theorist and environmentalist known for his ideas on ecological and social change. He advocated for "social ecology," which links environmental issues to social inequality, emphasizing that true sustainability depends on dismantling hierarchical systems like capitalism and the state. Bookchin promoted democratic community-based alternatives, such as municipal or neighborhood councils, to create ecological and social harmony. His work encourages understanding how human societies and nature are interconnected and stresses the importance of collective action to achieve environmental justice and social equality.