Latin American Social Movements and Progressive Governments: Creative Tensions between Resistance and Convergence.

This document is a book review titled "Latin American Social Movements and Progressive Governments: Creative Tensions between Resistance and Convergence." The book, edited by Steve Ellner, Ronaldo Munck, and Kyla Sankey, explores the relationships between progressive governments and the social movements that contribute to their rise to power. The contributors argue that social movements play a crucial role in shaping policy agendas and resisting conservative backlashes. The book is divided into four parts, covering various themes and country clusters. While the book focuses on left-leaning movements, it does not address right-wing social movements that have obstructed progressive change. The review acknowledges some normative biases and occasional lapses into ideological speculation but overall praises the book for its comprehensive coverage and insights into state-social movement interactions in Latin America. [Extracted from the article]