In Defence of October – a reading guide
Here, we provide a guide for discussing Trotsky’s classic text ‘In Defence of October’. In defending the October revolution, Trotsky set the record straight on the real processes that unfolded in Russia 1917.
February 2023
Ireland: Republicanism and Revolution (Book Launch)
In this book launch, Ben Curry discussing the newly republished book Ireland: Republicanism and Revolution.
Turkey-Syria earthquake: A catastrophe waiting to happen
The recent earthquake in Turkey has caused widespread devastation, with thousands confirmed dead. But this was not simply a ‘natural’ disaster. Profiteering construction bosses, warmongers, and the corrupt Erdogan regime are all to blame.
Abortion rights and the struggle for socialism
Fifty years ago, the US Supreme Court passed its famous Roe v Wade ruling, providing abortion rights to women in America. Today, these same rights are being ripped up. The fight to end women’s oppression must be a fight for socialist revolution.
Flammable cladding scandal: Another capitalist crime
Over five years on since the Grenfell tragedy, and thousands of families are still trapped in high-risk homes. Neither fat-cat developers nor the criminal Tory government are willing to cough up. We say: make the bosses pay for this crisis!
Basket-case Britain: Horror without end for the working class
While Sunak’s government is thrown from pillar to post, and energy bosses rake in record profits, the working class is being attacked from all angles. British capitalism is in a dire state. Only a revolutionary programme can offer a way forward.
UCU strikes: The battle begins – but how to win the war?
UCU members in higher education will be out on strike again from tomorrow, continuing their fight over pay, pensions, and conditions. Debates are taking place in the union about how to advance the struggle. Indefinite action is needed to win.
The 1930s Great Depression: Could it happen again?
In this discussion, James Kilby talks about the 1930s depression, looking at the similarities and differences to todays’ crisis.
Review: ‘Till’ – No justice for the oppressed under capitalism
Recent release ‘Till’ tells the real-life story of a black teenager in Jim-Crow-era USA, who becomes yet another victim of racist violence. As Malcolm X stated: capitalism is racist. The fight against oppression must be a fight for revolution.
PCS shows its strength: Unite the strikes to win!
Civil servants are continuing their struggle over pay, pensions, jobs, and conditions – and are leading the way by coordinating action with other unions. The whole labour movement must mobilise together to kick out the Tories and end austerity.
From a spark to a blaze: FBU smashes strike ballot
Following a decade of real pay losses and one in five jobs cut, the FBU has voted to join the strike wave sweeping the country. We speak here with David Pike, secretary of the Manchester FBU, about the ballot and the conditions leading to it.
After 1 February – Where next for the left?
Sector after sector of workers are joining the growing strike wave. Further coordinated walkouts are in store, following Wednesday’s day of action. To strengthen the movement, these struggles need to be united and organised from top to bottom.