Socialism in Italy

Socialism in Italy refers to a broad political and economic ideology advocating for social ownership and cooperative management of the means of production. It gained prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, influencing labor movements and political parties. The Italian Socialist Party, founded in 1892, sought to improve the working conditions and rights of the proletariat. Faced with the rise of fascism, socialism in Italy experienced significant repression. After World War II, the Italian Socialist Party played a key role in post-war reconstruction, advocating for social welfare and democratic socialism. Today, socialist ideas continue to influence various progressive movements in Italy.