Heroic Venezuela
Venezuela heroically faced a brutal empire in the 19th century and is heroically defying yet another in the 21st century. Its past triumph fuels its courage and upholds its determination in the present.
Climate Crisis: Scientists Hit the Streets; Vow to Keep Fighting
Scientists have had enough. On April 6, they hit the streets, organising demonstrations in several cities around the world; and on April 11, they pledged to keep fighting for the ambitious action they warn is necessary to prevent the most catastrophic impacts of the fossil-fueled global emergency.
A Milestone: Venezuela’s Communard Union Stages Its Foundational Congress
Despite facing many challenges, commune-building goes forward in Venezuela, driven by grassroots bases whose commitment comes from their political consciousness. Now, attempts are being made to build unity and coordinate these efforts – the most important being the Communard Union.
‘We Will Prevail’: A Conversation With Cuba’s President Miguel Díaz-Canel
Cuba continues to face great challenges. Yet it’s clear that President Díaz-Canel is leading a profound renewal of the Cuban Revolution in a process that seeks to face these challenges by empowering local leaders and citizens to become democratic problem-solvers within their communities.
Progressive Coalition Campaigning in Colombia Promises Real Change – 2 Articles
In Colombia, Gustavo Petro and Francia Márquez have registered as presidential and vice-presidential candidates, respectively, on behalf of the Historic Pact coalition for elections taking place on May 29. They have a good chance of winning, and transforming Colombia.
Bhagat Singh: An Unsung Hero of Political Journalism
Bhagat Singh is widely venerated as a radical thinker and political revolutionary. However, he is seldom celebrated as a journalist; an identity that was quite intrinsic to his critical thinking, individuality and revolutionary integrity.
Capitalism | China | COVID19 | Online Blog
Finance Capital Demands an End to Shanghai’s Lockdown and China’s Zero-COVID Policy
Financial Times, the leading international business newspaper, has in a statement denounced lockdowns and all other public health measures that impinge on the production of profits but have saved millions of lives in China.
The History of US and British Support to Mussolini’s Fascism
Italy’s dictator received glowing plaudits from high-ranking British and American statesmen, such as Winston Churchill, Henry Stimson and Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Capitalism | Economy | Fascism | Online Blog
A New Generation of Palestinian Organizers has Arisen from the Ashes of the Oslo Accords
From Sheikh Jarrah to Gaza to inside Israeli prisons, Palestinians are increasingly embracing collective resistance.
Behind Mexico’s Clash with the EU
AMLO’s policy of rebuilding PEMEX and the Federal Electricity Commission has affected the interests of European capital. That’s why Mexico’s government has drawn attacks recently from international media and the European Union.