The Varieties of Land Reform

Abstract

Land reform projects are mushrooming all over the globe. But not all land reform programs are the same. In Latin America, especially under the impetus of the Alliance for Progress, several countries have passed or are discussing land reform laws. Concerned and progressive people everywhere scrutinize these proposals and laws, and often criticize them for being too mild or otherwise misdirected. It is important to distinguish between the varieties of land reform proposals and counter-proposals and to learn which deserve support and which opposition.This article can also be found at the Monthly Review website, where most recent articles are published in full.Click here to purchase a PDF version of this article at the Monthly Review website.