Women, the family, and the Russian Revolution
In this talk, Natasha Sorrell discusses how the Bolsheviks approached the women’s question, the gains that were won in the Revolution, and the conditions that led to their reversal.
New from Wellred Books: ‘Women, Family, and the Russian Revolution’
To celebrate International Working Women’s Day, Wellred Books is proud to announce the publication of a new book called Women, Family, and the Russian Revolution. Pre-order your copy of this fantastic read today!
Trade deals, tensions, and Tory cuts: Sunak’s optimism will soon turn to dust
Establishment golden boy Rishi Sunak has been receiving praise in the press recently, having negotiated a deal for the North of Ireland. But any hopes of lasting peace between Britain and the EU – or within the Tory Party – will quickly fade.
Archaeology layoffs – Storm clouds gathering for the construction sector
As the UK economy slumps, and new infrastructure investment dries up, the construction industry is grinding to a halt. Accompanying this is a swathe of sackings amongst archaeology workers. Capitalism is destroying our history and heritage.
Queen Mary management asks students to snitch on striking staff
In an effort to break the ongoing strike by UCU members, university bosses are resorting to all manner of dirty tricks to divide staff and students. In response, workers and students must unite and fight to end the marketisation of education.
The death of Stalin – and the disaster of Stalinism
Yesterday marked 70 years since the death of Stalin. In recognition of this anniversary, Keelan Kellegher discusses why the Russian Revolution degenerated, the role of the Stalinist bureaucracy, and the reactionary legacy it left behind.
Sovereignty and independence: The national question in Ukraine
In this discussion, Jorge Martin discusses the war in Ukraine and how it connects to the national question.
The Commies are coming!
Recent polling shows that more and more young people across the world consider themselves communists. With capitalism in crisis, and workers on the move, revolutionary explosions lie ahead. Join the Marxists today in the struggle for socialism!
RMT young members’ conference 2023: Determined to win
With a mood of confidence, enthusiasm, and militancy on display, the recent young members’ conference of the RMT set the tone for the battles ahead, as rail workers prepare to continue their struggle in the weeks ahead. Victory to the unions!
Low-traffic neighbourhoods: A class perspective
Driving has become the latest front in the ruling class’ culture war, pitting those who rely on their car against environmental campaigners. Instead, we need united class struggle to end travel chaos and congestion with clear socialist policies.
Coventry Amazon strike goes from strength to strength
Amazon warehouse workers in Coventry were out on the picket lines again yesterday, continuing their struggle for decent pay and conditions. Confidence is growing, as the strike grows. To win, it must spread across Jeff Bezos’ e-commerce empire.
Burnout and super-exploitation: Capitalism’s race to the bottom
As British capitalism descends deeper into crisis, the bosses are turning the screws on workers across the board, in an effort to squeeze more profit from their staff. Many are being pushed to breaking point. But many others are fighting back.