Turner Controversy

The Turner Controversy was a dispute within the Socialist Party of Great Britain (SPGB) regarding the nature of socialism instigated by party member Tony Turner. The dispute ultimately led to an exodus of members who formed the short-lived Movement for Social Integration. Three interlocking propositions underpinned the ‘Turnerite’ viewpoint:

Turner Controversy

The Turner Controversy was a dispute within the Socialist Party of Great Britain (SPGB) regarding the nature of socialism instigated by party member Tony Turner. The dispute ultimately led to an exodus of members who formed the short-lived Movement for Social Integration. Three interlocking propositions underpinned the ‘Turnerite’ viewpoint: