An Egyptian revolutionary reports from the new outbreak of protests there, ending in Tahrir Square, as Israel’s attack on Gaza ignites masses around the region. Pro-Palestine protests exploded in Egypt on Friday (10/20) as thousands of people showed their anger at the Israel regime and the Western imperialists who support it. Very significantly, some of… Continue reading As Demonstrations spread thru the Middle East, Egyptian protests target Israel—and their own regime
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100 Years since the Left Opposition: Bolsheviks who defied Stalinism
On October 15th, 1923, an open letter appeared in Russia marking the start of the “Left Opposition.” Simon Basketter writes on the importance of these Bolsheviks who defied Stalinism, and fought for international revolution and workers’ democracy. (click on title for full article)
Solidarity with the UAW Auto Strike!
This Friday morning, 9/29, as the UAW auto strike entered its third week, union president Shawn Fain announced its expansion would be limited to two new plants: Ford Chicago Assembly (which makes the Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS) and GM Lansing Delta Township, involving an extra 7,000 workers. A nearby stamping shop in Lansing will… Continue reading Solidarity with the UAW Auto Strike!
The end of Title 42 and a New Era of Immigration Restrictions
The Biden administration has announced its most restrictive border control measures to date. The policy could ban tens of thousands of migrants crossing the border from seeking asylum here if they had not already done so in countries they had passed through. Below, Victor Fernandez explains the policy, the false narratives around immigration, and what… Continue reading The end of Title 42 and a New Era of Immigration Restrictions
Socialism or Extinction: A Discussion on Climate Change and System Change with Martin Empson, this Sunday on Zoom
Marin Empson will be talking with Marx21 about the issues analyzed in his new book, Socialism or Extinction this Sunday, March 5th, at 11am PST, 2pm EST on Zoom; anyone interested is welcome to join in a discussion of this crucial topic… We are already facing the beginnings of climate disasters—and heading towards global… Continue reading Socialism or Extinction: A Discussion on Climate Change and System Change with Martin Empson, this Sunday on Zoom
Senate Votes to Break Strike before it Begins
ON DECEMBER 1st, the U.S. Senate passed a union-busting resolution which used the power of the state under the Railroad Labor Act to outlaw a potential powerful nationwide strike of railroad workers scheduled for December 9th. The bill forcing them back to work under a hated contract with continuing draconian scheduling and without a single… Continue reading Senate Votes to Break Strike before it Begins
Starbucks Solidarity this Labor Day
Join Starbucks Workers United and supporters this Labor Day weekend to celebrate the over 200 organizing victories and demand that Starbucks end their union-busting campaign. Workers in SWU have called for “sip-in” demonstrations this weekend (bring a cash tip). These small actions can be used for building solidarity in the community with continued organizing and… Continue reading Starbucks Solidarity this Labor Day
Queer and Gendered Oppression: Its Origins and Its Abolition
Pride month of 2022 falls in the midst of a dangerous backlash against the partial advances won by LGBTQ+ people. In this article, based on her talks in panels earlier in the month, Noelle T. addresses the origins of women’s and LGBTQ+ oppression and what that means for liberation today.
The fight for Abortion Rights
Here we post an edited version of a talk by Virginia Rodino which opened a panel discussion on Abortion Rights in mid-May. Virginia is executive director of the Coalition of Labor Union Women, AFL-CIO, national executive board member of the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, and a member of Marx 21 US.
The “Green New Deal,” COP26 & the Fight to Stop Climate Catastrophe, Sunday, Jan. 30th
We Need Climate Justice! Our rulers refuse to act on the rapidly unfolding climate catastrophe. How can we break from the priorities of capitalism and build a sustainable world? Join the discussion with Howie Hawkins, Michelle Robidoux, and Amy Leather on Facebook or Zoom, Sunday, January 30th. Watch on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/events/500611154704160 or Join on… Continue reading The “Green New Deal,” COP26 & the Fight to Stop Climate Catastrophe, Sunday, Jan. 30th
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